Summary
Western leaders met in Paris to discuss new security guarantees for Ukraine if a ceasefire with Russia is agreed upon. The plan includes a U.S.-led monitoring system and possibly deploying multinational forces from countries like France and the UK to help Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said they are ready to present a security agreement for approval, but details on enforcement are still unclear.
Key Facts
- Over 30 Western countries' leaders met in Paris to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
- The plan includes a U.S.-led ceasefire monitoring system.
- France and the UK might lead multinational forces to support Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced readiness to present the plan to U.S. Congress and Ukrainian Parliament.
- Details of the security guarantees are not fully disclosed yet.
- Some Ukrainian officials express doubt about the effectiveness of these guarantees.
- Concerns exist about Ukraine relying too much on allies for its security.
- Ukraine aims to improve its defense capabilities with more investment and arms.
