Macron and Starmer urge Russia to agree to 30-day ceasefire
In a phone call, Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron emphasized Ukraine’s willingness to engage and stressed the importance of creating conditions for genuine peace talks.
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Politico: Leaders of Britain, France and Germany decide not to travel to Kyiv on 9 May
Ukraine's attempt to organize a diplomatic counter-event to Putin's Victory Day parade has hit a roadblock as multiple European leaders decline to attend.
Macron announces “increased pressure on Russia” in “the next eight to ten days”
The French President says he “remains cautious” about the ceasefire because “part of the equation depends on Moscow.”
US to hold talks on Ukraine with Kyiv’s European allies
Trump's Witkoff and Rubio are meeting European officials in Paris reportedly to discuss Russia-Ukraine war resolution strategies on 17 April.
Welt: China considers joining potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine
Chinese diplomats approached EU officials about joining Ukraine peacekeeping forces, potentially increasing Russian acceptance of an international mission.
European and NATO countries meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine security guarantees
Military officials from over 30 nations gather in Paris to plan security guarantees for Ukraine following a potential ceasefire with Russia.
European powers shift stance on frozen Russian asset seizure
France, Germany, and UK are moving toward seizing the frozen Russian Central Bank assets to Ukraine for military support if Russia violates a ceasefire.
“What’s at stake is too important”: French president urges continued US support for Ukraine amid growing tension
Emmanuel Macron emphasized that American withdrawal from supporting Ukraine would fundamentally weaken Western security strategy against the Kremlin's expansionist ambitions.
French media: Trump wanted to cancel Zelenskyy’s visit, changed his mind after talking to Macron
Zelenskyy's upcoming meeting with Trump will determine whether the fossil agreement will succeed or ''quietly pass.''
Trump says he may visit Moscow, not on 9 May but “within weeks”
The US President said he would consider visiting Moscow "at the appropriate time" "if this all gets settled down."
Macron, Starmer to urge Trump not to hold bilateral talks with Russia on Ukraine – The Times
As Starmer and Macron meet with Trump this week, they present a unified front against bilateral US-Russia peace talks on Ukraine, offering European security guarantees for Ukraine in exchange.
Spiegel: EU’s € 20 billion Ukraine aid stuck amid Macron-Meloni tensions
Der Spiegel reveals how French-Italian budget constraints and leadership rivalries are delaying the crucial aid, threatening ammunition supplies and European unity.
Poll: ⅔ of Ukrainians back Zelenskyy, majority rejects US-Russia talks and no-guarantees ceasefire
77% of Ukrainians support Macron, 83% support a ceasefire only with security guarantees, while 91% disapprove of US-Russia negotiations without Ukraine.
France rejects combat troops in Ukraine while proposing limited military presence as peacekeeping option
"We're considering sending experts or troops in limited numbers, outside any conflict zone," Macron said, while discussions with British counterparts continue about potential security guarantees for Kyiv amid the US support uncertainty.
Zelenskyy, Macron agree that Ukraine needs strong security guarantees
Ukrainian and French presidents spoke following a Paris meeting of European leaders, held a day before US-Russian Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia without Ukraine or EU participation.
NATO chief: Europe ready to step up to lead Ukraine security guarantees
Rutte's statement comes after an emergency summit of several EU leaders amid fears that US President Trump may exclude Europe from talks to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.
European leaders to hold emergency summit on Ukraine as Trump pushes for talks with Russia
The EU and UK leaders will meet in Paris following the US move to initiate separate peace talks with Russia, while Ukraine warns against exclusion from negotiations about its future.
Polish FM: Macron convenes European leaders to discuss Trump’s actions
French President Emmanuel Macron will host European leaders in Paris on 17 Feb. for an emergency summit focused on challenges posed by US President Donald Trump.
Macron warns against Ukraine capitulation in peace talks pushed by Trump
Emmanuel Macron advocates for European defense autonomy and economic independence in response to Trump's return, while warning against forced peace arrangements.
Macron makes first call for “realistic” Ukraine territory talks
Previously, Macron has been a steadfast supporter of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.