European leaders have voiced strong support for Ukraine following a high-stakes call between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several Western leaders. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and French President Emmanuel Macron pledged full backing for Kyiv, insisting that any peace deal must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and include Ukraine throughout the negotiation process. The Guardian
The call comes amid a U.S.-backed proposal to end the war, reportedly drafted by Russian and American officials. The 28-point plan has drawn criticism for requiring Ukraine to cede territory, cap its military, and forego NATO membership. The Guardian+2The Guardian+2 European leaders have expressed reservations, especially around how the plan was developed without broad EU involvement. The Guardian+1
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized his demand for a “real, dignified” peace — one that ensures Ukraine’s independence and future — and said that his team will work with European allies on negotiating the proposal. The Guardian The Kremlin, meanwhile, urged Ukraine to negotiate immediately, warning of further territory losses if it delays. The Guardian
Separately, the EU’s foreign policy chief reiterated that Europe must be part of any peace framework.
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