Paris prepares security guarantees for Ukraine: what allies agree on
Ukrainian allies are meeting in Paris to finalize contributions to security guarantees for Kyiv in the event of a ceasefire with Russia. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, with more than 27 leaders present, including Volodymyr Zelensky. His participation underscores the importance of this event for Ukraine in the current context.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will also be present at the meeting. Negotiations to end the war have accelerated since November, indicating a mobilization of diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict. Military officials, including the head of the Ukrainian General Staff, have also arrived in Paris, highlighting the military aspect of the discussions.
Main topics of the meeting
- Ensuring contributions to multinational forces for Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.
- Planning a Coalition of the willing, coordinated with the negotiating positions of Kyiv, Washington, and Europe.
- A support plan for Ukraine for 2026, reflecting the duration and seriousness of the commitments of the allies.
A French government representative noted: 'We have reached an agreement on the operational details of the security guarantees.'
This indicates progress in preparing specific steps to support Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelensky expressed Ukraine's position, stating: 'Ukraine will prepare for both scenarios: the diplomacy we promote, or further active defense if partners' pressure on Russia proves insufficient. Ukraine wants peace.'
Thus, the meeting in Paris could be an important step in forming security guarantees for Ukraine and determining further actions of allies in the context of the current military situation. The activation of negotiations and the participation of high-ranking officials indicate the seriousness of the international community's intentions to support Ukraine, especially amid uncertainty about the further development of the conflict with Russia. It is important that the results of this meeting reflect not only the consensus of the allies but also provide real mechanisms for protection for Ukraine in the future.