Paris Summit: Key Decisions for Ukraine
On February 17 in Paris, an emergency summit was held, attended by the leaders of the UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Poland, Denmark, the Netherlands, along with representatives from the EU and NATO. The main theme of the meeting was the future of European security, specifically guarantees for Ukraine, against the backdrop of the US initiative to start negotiations with Moscow without EU involvement.
Europe Ready to Lead the Process
Following the summit, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated that European countries are ready to take a leading role in providing security guarantees for Ukraine. He posted a photo of the meeting and noted:
“Ready and willing to act. That’s my take on today’s meeting in Paris. Europe is ready and wants to step up. Leading the way in ensuring security guarantees for Ukraine. Ready and keen to invest much more in our security. Details will need to be outlined, but the commitments are clear.”
This statement shows that European leaders are willing to take on more responsibility for security on the continent.
Macron: Europe Must Ensure Peace in Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron, who initiated the summit, emphasized that European countries seek to achieve stable peace in Ukraine. He stressed that to do so, it is necessary to stop Russia and provide Ukraine with strong security guarantees. According to him, the EU will work with Kyiv and Washington to create a reliable security mechanism for Ukraine.
What Does This Mean for Ukraine?
The decision of European countries to lead the provision of security guarantees is an important signal for Ukraine. It means that Kyiv can count on long-term support from Europe, regardless of changes in US policy. It also signifies the strengthening of Europe’s independent role in shaping global security.
Conclusion
Europe demonstrates readiness to take on a key role in Ukraine’s security. The summit in Paris affirmed that European countries no longer want to remain secondary players in addressing global issues. There is much work ahead to detail these guarantees, but it is already clear: Europe is becoming a reliable partner for Ukraine in the fight for peace and stability.
