Zelenskyy announces €2 billion defense deal, expanded European intelligence access

During the recent 'Coalition of the Willing' summit in Paris, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine secured agreements for expanded access to intelligence data, European partners' ammunition stockpiles, and licenses for the production of air defense systems. These agreements are part of a broader initiative to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities amid ongoing Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure. Additionally, Zelenskyy highlighted investments in the production of Ukrainian drones and missiles as critical components of this support. The summit also resulted in commitments for new defense aid packages, including a €2 billion package from France. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining and even increasing sanctions against Russia until the conflict is resolved. A follow-up meeting in the Ramstein format is scheduled for April to further discuss these initiatives.