Overview

• Ukraine and Russia have agreed in principle to a partial ceasefire, but its implementation remains uncertain as drone attacks persist on both sides.
• The UK and France are leading efforts to establish a 'coalition of the willing' peacekeeping force, with plans entering an operational phase despite limited international troop commitments.
• Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected a full 30-day ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, agreeing only to a limited pause targeting energy infrastructure.
• European leaders, including Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, advocate for a stronger regional role in Ukraine's security, citing concerns about U.S. reliability in the conflict.
• Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and other critics have expressed skepticism about the feasibility and risks of deploying a European-led peacekeeping force in Ukraine.