Europe plans greater role in Ukraine peace talks

European leaders are increasingly involved in efforts to address the Ukraine conflict, aiming to strengthen Kyiv's military position and secure a role in future peace negotiations with Russia. Following positive developments in U.S.-Ukrainian talks, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed the EU's readiness to participate in upcoming peace discussions, emphasizing the need for collaboration to ensure long-term security for Ukraine and Europe. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha thanked Poland for its continued military support and discussed joint steps for security in Europe. Meanwhile, European officials are also considering deploying troops to Ukraine, a move that has been met with opposition from Russia, which views NATO involvement as a direct threat. The situation remains fluid, with various European nations weighing their commitments based on U.S. support assurances. Overall, the focus is on building a coalition to bolster Ukraine’s negotiating power and deter further Russian aggression.