With 200 military planners from 30 nations already developing operational frameworks, the Coalition of the Willing aims to transform from a planning body into a credible deterrent force capable of protecting Ukraine's sovereignty immediately after peace negotiations conclude.
A meeting of representatives from France, the UK—leading the "coalition of the willing" delegation—and Ukraine begins in Kyiv to discuss the deployment of a military contingent.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry rejects Welt’s claims that China participated in discussions about joining Ukraine peacekeeping operations, calling them completely false.
Chinese diplomats approached EU officials about joining Ukraine peacekeeping forces, potentially increasing Russian acceptance of an international mission.
In a call with European leaders, UK PM Starmer announced three extra days of military planning at Northwood, warning of Putin’s efforts to block peace proposals.