Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron of both the UK and France welcomed United States commitment to security guarantees for Ukraine as an affirmation of Western solidarity in response to Russia’s ongoing aggression.
President Trump Signals Support At a virtual meeting with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump expressed a willingness to participate in security guarantees when peace was achieved – but made it clear that NATO membership for Ukraine wouldn’t be part of the arrangement. (Reuters +15; The Kyiv Independent +15).
European Leaders Applaud Trump’s Stance
Today, European leaders released a joint statement emphasizing their unwavering support for Ukraine and highlighting the significance of securing its sovereignty with “ironclad security guarantees.” They welcomed President Trump’s statement that the U.S. will be providing such guarantees, while emphasizing Ukraine must maintain freedom of choice without Russian influence over partnerships formed with third countries or partners with third-country veto. GOV.UK for more details
Starmer Wants Firm Support from Congress
Starmer has long advocated for strong U.S. backing to effectively deter Russia. In February, he declared that a U.S. security guarantee was essential to lasting peace, while admitting the UK might consider troop deployment under an accord–but only with strong U.S. support.
Al Jazeera * Reuters +15 (+15.5).
He also played an instrumental role in creating the “coalition of the willing”, uniting European nations behind a peace plan for Ukraine–intended to provide security and enhance Kyiv’s defense in a post-war scenario. And there has also been some confusion as regards whether he actually initiated this alliance, though Wikipedia indicates otherwise.
President Macron Reiterated Trump’s Position
President Macron repeated Trump’s assertion that U.S. openness is essential, saying “Trump had insisted NATO not participate in these security guarantees… while all allies willing should join.” (New York Post +9 The Kyiv Independent + PBS)
As part of its efforts for lasting peace in Ukraine, France reiterated their support for “robust and credible security guarantees as foundational elements in any negotiations.
Wikipedia +7Wikipedia +7Reuters (+7)Wikipedia in the US W7/Reuters = France in US
Building Momentum: Coalition and Guarantees
These developments follow European leaders’ formalizing their commitment during the London Summit on Ukraine (March 2025), when they agreed on a four-point plan addressing military aid, peace negotiations and coalition of willing members that can guarantee Ukraine’s security. Al Jazeera + 6 on Wikipedia
U.S. diplomats reportedly requested input from European nations regarding what Washington could provide to support security guarantees, signaling deeper transatlantic coordination. What’s Next: From Diplomacy to Defense
Starmer and Macron’s support of U.S. engagement shows the steady progress towards creating a coordinated Western security architecture for Ukraine. Now is the time to implement these pledges–be it through military aid, coordination of peacekeeping plans or legislative follow-through in Washington.
While substantial questions still exist – particularly regarding the scope and role of U.S. contributions and NATO, and when these assurances will translate to tangible protection for Ukraine – some major solutions remain.
With President Trump signaling an openness to offering security guarantees, European leaders such as Starmer and Macron are seizing this moment to rally behind Ukraine. Starmer stresses that any peace must be underpinned by U.S. commitment while Macron welcomes U.S. engagement outside NATO’s umbrella; both positions contribute to creating an emerging Western coalition which stands ready to support Ukraine both defensively and diplomatically–if translated into action taken to secure Ukraine.
Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron of both the UK and France welcomed United States commitment to security guarantees for Ukraine as an affirmation of Western solidarity in response to Russia’s ongoing aggression.
President Trump Signals Support At a virtual meeting with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump expressed a willingness to participate in security guarantees when peace was achieved – but made it clear that NATO membership for Ukraine wouldn’t be part of the arrangement. (Reuters +15; The Kyiv Independent +15).
European Leaders Applaud Trump’s Stance
Today, European leaders released a joint statement emphasizing their unwavering support for Ukraine and highlighting the significance of securing its sovereignty with “ironclad security guarantees.” They welcomed President Trump’s statement that the U.S. will be providing such guarantees, while emphasizing Ukraine must maintain freedom of choice without Russian influence over partnerships formed with third countries or partners with third-country veto. GOV.UK for more details
Starmer Wants Firm Support from Congress
Starmer has long advocated for strong U.S. backing to effectively deter Russia. In February, he declared that a U.S. security guarantee was essential to lasting peace, while admitting the UK might consider troop deployment under an accord–but only with strong U.S. support.
Al Jazeera * Reuters +15 (+15.5).
He also played an instrumental role in creating the “coalition of the willing”, uniting European nations behind a peace plan for Ukraine–intended to provide security and enhance Kyiv’s defense in a post-war scenario. And there has also been some confusion as regards whether he actually initiated this alliance, though Wikipedia indicates otherwise.
President Macron Reiterated Trump’s Position
President Macron repeated Trump’s assertion that U.S. openness is essential, saying “Trump had insisted NATO not participate in these security guarantees… while all allies willing should join.” (New York Post +9 The Kyiv Independent + PBS)
As part of its efforts for lasting peace in Ukraine, France reiterated their support for “robust and credible security guarantees as foundational elements in any negotiations.
Wikipedia +7Wikipedia +7Reuters (+7)Wikipedia in the US W7/Reuters = France in US
Building Momentum: Coalition and Guarantees
These developments follow European leaders’ formalizing their commitment during the London Summit on Ukraine (March 2025), when they agreed on a four-point plan addressing military aid, peace negotiations and coalition of willing members that can guarantee Ukraine’s security. Al Jazeera + 6 on Wikipedia
U.S. diplomats reportedly requested input from European nations regarding what Washington could provide to support security guarantees, signaling deeper transatlantic coordination. What’s Next: From Diplomacy to Defense
Starmer and Macron’s support of U.S. engagement shows the steady progress towards creating a coordinated Western security architecture for Ukraine. Now is the time to implement these pledges–be it through military aid, coordination of peacekeeping plans or legislative follow-through in Washington.
While substantial questions still exist – particularly regarding the scope and role of U.S. contributions and NATO, and when these assurances will translate to tangible protection for Ukraine – some major solutions remain.
With President Trump signaling an openness to offering security guarantees, European leaders such as Starmer and Macron are seizing this moment to rally behind Ukraine. Starmer stresses that any peace must be underpinned by U.S. commitment while Macron welcomes U.S. engagement outside NATO’s umbrella; both positions contribute to creating an emerging Western coalition which stands ready to support Ukraine both defensively and diplomatically–if translated into action taken to secure Ukraine.