What Did the Coalition of the Willing Agree in Kyiv?
Coalition of the Willing leaders meeting in Kyiv pledged stronger air defenses, increased military and energy support, tougher sanctions on Russia and continued preparations for a multinational force that could deploy after a ceasefire.
Leaders from the Coalition of the Willing met in Kyiv on Monday to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses, increasing military support, tightening sanctions on Russia, and preparing a multinational force for deployment after a ceasefire. The leaders, including British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, freedom, and territorial integrity.
They condemned Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian cities, civilians, and critical infrastructure, including cultural sites like the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The group also pledged to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities, deepen cooperation with Ukraine’s defense industry, and share military technologies. Additionally, they agreed to intensify sanctions against Russia’s military-industrial complex and those supporting Russia.
The coalition highlighted the importance of supporting Ukraine’s energy system ahead of winter and preparing a Multinational Force Ukraine for a post-ceasefire period. All leaders emphasized their dedication to Ukraine’s independence and the broader European peace and security.
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