30 leaders gather in Paris to back Ukraine — but all eyes are on Trump’s missing guarantees
Zelenskyy joined the coalition summit as Europe debated defense pledges without firm US commitments.
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FT: Europe splits into three camps over postwar Ukraine troop commitments
FT reports that UK is ready to deploy, Italy refuses, and Germany remains undecided before today's summit.
Ukraine pitches high-tech weapons in Paris to transform continental defense
Ukraine, forged in fire, now offers Europe drones and ammunition at the defense symposium.
Russia still demands Ukraine’s surrender after two hours call with Trump
Words of peace mask déjà vu diplomacy - capitulation first, ceasefire later.
“They need ceasefire in lying”: Zelenskyy rebukes US envoy over Ukrainian territory claims
The Ukrainian president sharply criticized American diplomat Steve Witkoff for adopting "Russian propaganda narratives" after Witkoff suggested Ukraine must cede five territories without security guarantees.
Zelenskyy hopes US won’t yield to Kremlin’s demands
Russia wants Western financial sanctions lifted and renewed access to SWIFT payments.
NATO military chiefs meet in Paris without US to plan rapid response force for Ukraine
Nearly all NATO members except the US gather in Paris to discuss creating international security forces with heavy weaponry that could rapidly deploy to Ukraine if Russia violates a future ceasefire agreement.
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.
AP: France to lead 30-nation talks on international security force for Ukraine
The proposed international force would maintain stockpiles of heavy weapons and deploy within hours to counter Russian aggression, signaling Europe's pivot toward greater military self-reliance.
“Keep calm and don’t blink first,” experts warn Ukraine as US-Russia talks begin
As the Munich Conference revealed a shifting geopolitical reality, Ukraine remains strikingly calm. Analysts say Kyiv should stick to this approach in peace talks, as Trump's strategy hinges on high-stakes consequences: whichever side—Russia or Ukraine—refuses to negotiate will face severe repercussions.
France calls second emergency summit on Ukraine amid concerns over Trump-Putin negotiations
Following last week's initial emergency meeting, France broadens its diplomatic initiative to include Baltic states, Nordic countries and Canada, as European leaders work to develop a united approach amid US-Russia negotiations.
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.
Zelenskyy signals openness to foreign troops in Ukraine providing security for end to war
With a focus on peace and NATO membership, President Zelenskyy weighs the idea of foreign troops for security until the war is officially ended.
Paris talks with Trump, Macron “good and productive,” Zelenskyy says
In a 35-minute meeting without aides present, three leaders discussed Ukraine's future.
BREAKING: Trump, Zelenskyy, Macron hold surprise closed-door Paris talks
The meeting comes hours before they were set to attend the historic reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Zelenskyy, Trump arrive in Paris for Notre Dame reopening ceremony
The Notre Dame Cathedral reopening becomes a stage for international political dialogue between Zelenskyy, Trump, and Macron.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 1017: Trump-Zelenskyy Paris meeting looms as Biden prepares final aid package for Ukraine
Meanwhile, Estonia's Frankenburg Technologies prepares to revolutionize Ukraine's drone defense with cost-effective missiles.
Olympic champion from Ukraine Mahuchikh demands exclusion of Russian athletes from international competitions
Olympic champion Yaroslava Mahuchikh, speaking at the 18th Council of Europe Sports Ministers Conference, urged Europe to ban Russian athletes from international competitions. She highlighted the tragic loss of over 487 Ukrainian athletes and coaches in the war and called attention to the destruction of over 500 sports facilities as a result of Russian aggression.
Politico: French investigation into Telegram’s founders reveals broader scope
French authorities have arrested Telegram founder Pavel Durov and his brother Nikolai, issuing warrants as part of a broader investigation into the platform's alleged involvement in facilitating child abuse.
Ukrainian Paralympians push through loss and devastation to make history in Paris
Despite ongoing war and destruction of their homes, Ukrainian Paralympians aim for victory at the Paris Games.