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European Leaders Arrive in Kyiv, Back 30-Day Ceasefire for Ukraine Peace Talks

Leaders of Germany, France, the UK, and Poland meet Zelenskyj, pledge increased support for Ukraine, and endorse U.S.-proposed truce framework.

Overview

  • German Chancellor Merz, French President Macron, UK Prime Minister Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Tusk arrived in Kyiv to show unified support for Ukraine.
  • The leaders endorsed a 30-day unconditional ceasefire as a foundation for peace negotiations with Russia, echoing a proposal by U.S. President Trump.
  • In a joint declaration, they pledged to expand aid to Ukraine, increase sanctions on Russia, and pressure Moscow to end its invasion and agree to a truce.
  • The delegation plans to meet Ukrainian President Zelenskyj, lay wreaths on the Maidan, and discuss post-conflict security arrangements, including a potential Coalition of the Willing force.
  • Germany’s participation in the proposed security force is contingent on a formal peace agreement and coordination with the United States.