European leaders vowed to boost security investments and provide guarantees to Ukraine following an emergency meeting called by French President Emmanuel Macron. The meeting was held in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to hold bilateral talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia, excluding Europe and Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized Europe's readiness to lead on Ukraine's security, while Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof highlighted the urgency of standing with Ukraine and the importance of U.S.-Europe cooperation.
Trump's unexpected outreach to Russian President Vladimir Putin last week without consulting allies has prompted Europe to strengthen its support for Kyiv. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed willingness to send peacekeeping troops but stressed the need for U.S. security commitments.
Trump's Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, reaffirmed that all options remain open, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy insisted that no peace deal would be accepted without Ukraine's involvement.
The upcoming U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia, featuring U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, aim to explore peace prospects. However, Russia insists on bilateral talks without third-party involvement.
Discussions will also include economic cooperation, with Russia's sovereign wealth fund chief Kirill Dmitriev seeking stronger U.S.-Russia ties despite ongoing sanctions. Dmitriev highlighted the global importance of improved relations between the two nations.
As geopolitical tensions rise, Europe's enhanced role in Ukraine's defense and its collaboration with Washington remain critical for future peace efforts.


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