PARIS — In a significant diplomatic development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has formally endorsed a multinational security agreement designed to provide substantial military support to Ukraine following a potential ceasefire with Russian forces. The landmark declaration, signed during a high-profile ceremony in the French capital, establishes a framework for European military deployment and financial backing for Ukraine’s defense infrastructure.
President Zelensky characterized the agreement as a substantive commitment rather than mere rhetorical support, emphasizing its detailed operational provisions. “The coalition has produced substantive documents with concrete content,” Zelensky stated alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and newly elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. “We have defined management structures, command hierarchies, and monitoring procedures for international forces.”
The trilateral agreement between Ukraine, France, and Britain—supplemented by a broader multinational declaration—outlines mechanisms for troop deployment, military financing, and ongoing support for Ukraine’s armed forces. According to the framework, European nations would station military personnel in Ukraine post-ceasefire to bolster security arrangements.
Despite the advanced planning, Zelensky identified unresolved territorial disputes as the most pressing diplomatic challenge. The reference to ongoing negotiations surrounding the status of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region highlights the complex geopolitical dimensions still requiring resolution among stakeholders.
The Ukrainian leader simultaneously emphasized immediate defense needs, noting that continued Russian aerial assaults necessitate enhanced air defense capabilities. Zelensky stressed the urgency of protecting urban centers and critical infrastructure from bombardment regardless of diplomatic developments.