Scholz urges united Europe and US response to Ukraine conflict after emergency summit

European leaders held emergency talks in Paris to address a recent policy shift by the new U.S. administration regarding Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the need for Europe and the U.S. to act together on security matters. Scholz stated that discussions about sending peacekeepers to Ukraine are premature and inappropriate while the conflict continues. He expressed concern over the potential division of responsibilities between Europe and the U.S. regarding security. The meeting included leaders from Germany, the UK, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the EU, as well as NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The talks aimed to restore unity amid uncertainty about U.S. support.