As reported by the online media Ukrinform.
The leaders of the E3 group are gathering in London to discuss the development of a peace plan for Ukraine with the aim of sending a clear signal of support to the country.
The deputy spokesperson for the German Federal Government, Sebastian Gille, told an Ukrinform correspondent at a briefing on December 8 that the meeting would take place in the capital of the United Kingdom. According to him, Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet with the country’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, and after 2:00 PM Kyiv time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will join the E3 leaders.
Key Takeaways from the Meeting
“The focus of the meeting will be, in addition to continued support for Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression, joint efforts to achieve a lasting, robust and just peace based on respect for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity”
– a representative of the German government
The London meeting also aims to examine further steps in supporting Ukraine and jointly identify directions to achieve long-term peace and security in the region.
“To send a clear signal that the E3 stands firmly with Ukraine and will continue to provide substantial and strong support to Ukraine. And this, so to speak, is the day’s message from London”
– a representative of the German government
As reported, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed renewed disappointment with Zelensky’s position and once again stressed Moscow’s readiness to end the war.
The leaders’ stance of the E3 remains supportive of Ukraine and aims to strengthen defense and financial aid in the long term to ensure stability and peace in the region.
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