Ukraine Allies to Discuss Security Guarantees at French Summit

French President will host a conference of Ukraine's allies to discuss security guarantees. The conference, initiated by France and the United Kingdom, aims to provide security assurances for Ukraine. The meeting will focus on maintaining border peace and other related issues. The French President has emphasized the importance of including Europe, the United States, Russia, and Ukraine in future discussions on the Ukraine issue. This three-way meeting is seen as a crucial step towards resolving the conflict. The French President has also reiterated that providing strong security guarantees for Ukraine is essential for peace in the region. The conference is expected to address various aspects of security, including military support, economic aid, and diplomatic efforts. The French President's initiative comes at a time when Europe is facing significant political challenges, including the recent failure to dissolve the parliament and the upcoming vote of confidence for the Prime Minister. Despite these challenges, the French President remains committed to supporting Ukraine and ensuring its security. The conference is seen as a significant step towards strengthening Europe's role in global security and diplomacy.

As hopes for a rapid ceasefire fade, the French President will convene a summit of Ukraine's key allies on Thursday to continue discussions on security guarantees that were initially broached last month. The "voluntary alliance" meeting will assess the next steps in aiding Kyiv, with Ukrainian President attending in person and several other leaders participating remotely. Russia, however, continues to refuse to commit to a ceasefire. It remains unclear whether the United States will participate in the talks and, if so, at what level. The French Defense Ministry announced that defense ministers from various countries will hold a video conference the day before the summit.

This Thursday's meeting follows an August 18 summit in Washington, where European leaders and the discussed Ukraine's security guarantees. The 's support for Ukraine's security assurances has prompted Kyiv's other allies to explore specific forms of protection. France, the United Kingdom, and other allies have long advocated for a military alliance to secure Ukraine's safety. The United States has indicated its willingness to provide air support and intelligence for post-war peacekeeping forces operating within Ukraine.