Europe urged to strengthen response to Ukraine diplomacy ahead of Paris talks

A French presidency official stated that Europe must enhance its efforts in response to fast-moving Ukraine diplomacy. This comes ahead of informal talks among key European leaders in Paris, including Germany, Italy, and the UK. The official emphasized the need for a more coherent approach to collective security. This follows U.S. President Donald Trump's recent announcement of a peace process with Russia, which surprised European allies. The upcoming discussions will focus on security guarantees from both European and American leaders. Some countries expressed dissatisfaction that the meeting is not a full EU summit, limiting participation.