Published on: Feb. 27, 2025, 2:49 a.m.
European leaders gathered in Paris to deliberate on the escalating situation in Ukraine, following their exclusion from recent US-Russia peace negotiations held in Riyadh. The summit underscored Europe's commitment to supporting Ukraine and maintaining regional stability. French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Annalena Baerbock emphasized the necessity of a unified European approach, expressing concerns over the United States' unilateral diplomatic engagements with Russia. The leaders discussed potential measures, including increased economic sanctions against Russia and bolstering military support for Ukraine. The exclusion from the Riyadh talks has prompted European nations to reassess their strategic autonomy and diplomatic strategies in addressing the Ukrainian conflict.