Brussels In a unified show of support, top European and allied leaders—including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and U.S. President Donald Trump—issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and pursuit of a just peace.
The statement emphasized that Russia’s aggression must not be rewarded, and that international borders cannot be changed by force. Leaders expressed strong support for Ukraine’s right to self-defense and its efforts to secure a ceasefire that upholds its national interests.
“We are united in our desire for a just and lasting peace, deserved by the people of Ukraine,” the statement declared.
Key points included:
- Backing for President Trump’s proposal to use the current line of contact as a basis for ceasefire negotiations
- Condemnation of Russia’s delay tactics and refusal to engage in meaningful peace talks
- Commitment to intensify economic pressure on Russia, including exploring legal pathways to repurpose frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s recovery
- Support for Ukraine’s reconstruction and democratic resilience, with coordinated efforts through the Coalition of the Willing and upcoming European Council discussions
The leaders pledged to ensure Ukraine is in the strongest possible position before, during, and after any ceasefire, and reaffirmed their long-term support for Ukraine’s integration into European and transatlantic institutions.
This joint declaration signals a deepening consensus among Western allies on the principles guiding peace negotiations and the future of Ukraine’s security architecture.
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