European Leaders Meet for Latest Round of Ukraine Talks

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Catherine PorterJanuary 6, 2026 at 03:45 PM

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European leaders, along with U.S. negotiators and other allies of Ukraine, convened in Paris on Tuesday to discuss security commitments for Ukraine in the event of a cease-fire with Russia. Representatives from 35 countries are participating in the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting, focusing on monitoring a potential cease-fire and outlining responses to any Russian breaches. The presence of Trump administration advisors signals potential U.S. commitment, though complicated by recent U.S. military action in Venezuela. Russia is not involved in the negotiations, and a cease-fire remains uncertain, with President Zelensky expressing skepticism. The meeting follows months of European efforts to develop a plan to support Ukraine's security and deter future Russian aggression.

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