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French President Emmanuel Macron has called an emergency summit in Paris. European leaders worry about Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine peace talks. The meeting aims to create a unified plan. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is among the attendees, showing the urgency of the issue.

At the Munich Security Conference, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski praised Macron’s swift action. “Trump’s method, often called razvedka boyem—reconnaissance through battle—needs a strong European response,” Sikorski said. The summit will discuss Europe’s role in the talks, Ukraine’s NATO hopes, and security guarantees.

Starmer’s Role and Europe’s Worries

Prime Minister Starmer will attend the Paris talks. Downing Street says he will push for a united European stance. He also plans to meet Trump in Washington to share Europe’s views. “This is a key moment for our security,” Starmer said. He stressed the need for NATO and Europe to stay firm in their support for Ukraine.

European leaders fear Trump may exclude them from major talks with Russia. Macron’s rush to hold the summit shows these concerns. Some believe the US wants to control the process without Europe’s input. Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, added to these fears. He told Europe to “focus on solutions” instead of asking for a bigger role in negotiations.

Ukraine’s Future Depends on Europe

European leaders fear they may have to enforce a peace deal they did not help create. Reports say the US has asked Europe to send troops for a peacekeeping mission. This raises concerns about Europe’s role in shaping Ukraine’s future.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock stressed Europe’s importance. “There can be no lasting peace without Europe,” she said. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy agreed. He called for strong guarantees to prevent future Russian aggression. He also urged the US to strengthen economic and defense ties with Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked Europe not to let the US push it aside. He proposed a European army with Ukraine as a core member. “No decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine. No decisions about Europe without Europe,” Zelenskyy said.

The Road Ahead

Trump wants to move quickly with his peace plan. This puts pressure on Europe to act fast. With the Paris summit approaching, leaders must decide how to respond. At the same time, US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia add another layer of complexity.

Many in Europe believe their voice should be stronger. They argue that Ukraine’s future is also Europe’s future. Without a seat at the table, Europe may struggle to protect its own interests.

The Paris summit could be a turning point. If European leaders stay firm, they may secure a key role in shaping peace. If not, they risk becoming bystanders in a crucial moment for global security.

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