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Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after fighting ends

Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after fighting ends

Summary

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that 26 countries have promised to send troops to Ukraine as a reassurance force once fighting with Russia ends. These countries are part of a group supporting Ukraine's security after a peace deal. The U.S. is expected to back the plan, although specific details of its involvement are still being finalized.

Key Facts

  • 26 countries pledged to send troops to Ukraine after the fighting stops.
  • The group supports Ukraine's security in air, land, or sea.
  • The commitment was made during a Paris meeting with Ukrainian and European leaders.
  • The reassurance force aims to prevent new conflicts, not to fight Russia.
  • U.S. participation is expected, but details are still unclear.
  • European leaders want more pressure on Russia and possibly increased sanctions.
  • A phone call with former U.S. President Trump pushed for more economic pressure on Russia.
  • Ukraine's President Zelenskyy says a direct meeting with Russia's President Putin is essential.
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