Leaders from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s proposal for direct diplomatic talks aimed at establishing a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. This support was detailed in a joint statement issued following defense discussions held in London on Sunday. During the meeting, President Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, marking a significant diplomatic engagement as the conflict entered its fifth year.
The leaders unanimously expressed their backing for a direct dialogue involving Ukraine and Russia. They stipulated that such negotiations must include active participation from the United States and European partners to facilitate both a ceasefire agreement and subsequent discussions. The joint statement emphasized that any path toward peace must build upon existing diplomatic channels.
The participating nations stressed that the current line of contact must serve as the foundational starting point for any meaningful negotiations. This coordinated diplomatic effort underscores a unified international commitment to de-escalation. The outcome of the high-level talks reflects a broad alignment among these Western powers regarding the necessity of structured engagement to resolve the conflict with Russia.
The focus remains on facilitating the necessary talks to achieve a stable political settlement.
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