EU Leaders to Visit Kyiv for Invasion Anniversary

Next week, top European leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa, will visit Kyiv to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and express support for President Volodymyr Zelensky. Concurrently, French President Emmanuel Macron is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss Ukraine, amidst rising tensions following Trump's critical comments about Zelensky's legitimacy. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is also planning a trip to Washington, potentially to propose a European peacekeeping force to secure a ceasefire in Ukraine, a concept that has gained traction among leaders in Britain and France. This proposed force could involve fewer than 30,000 troops, as discussions on European security and Ukraine's future continue. The backdrop to these diplomatic efforts includes Trump's recent remarks suggesting Ukraine's role in the conflict, which have sparked pushback from European leaders and Ukrainian officials. The forthcoming meetings aim to bolster international support for Ukraine while navigating a complex geopolitical landscape.