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Ukraine and Allies to Discuss Foreign Military Deployment in Key April 4 Meeting

Zelensky outlines proposals for ground, air, and naval missions as divisions persist among coalition members.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy attends a press conference with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (not pictured), amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, April 1, 2025. REUTERS/Alina Smutko/File photo

Overview

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that military teams from Ukraine and allied nations will meet on April 4 to discuss deploying foreign contingents in Ukraine.
  • The discussions will focus on three potential missions: ground troops, air patrols over Ukraine, and naval monitoring of the Black Sea.
  • The meeting will build on proposals prepared by Ukraine and follows a decision made during the March 27 summit in Paris.
  • France and the UK are leading a coalition of 30 countries exploring expanded military support, though disagreements remain over the scope of involvement.
  • Germany has announced additional arms supplies, including air defense systems, drones, and radars, as part of its ongoing support for Ukraine.