Ukraine War Live Ticker: European Leaders Urge Ceasefire in Kyiv +++ 20:10 Merz in Ukraine: "Tireless Effort" to Bring About a Stop to the War
Diplomat Merz Heading to Kiev: Labels Current Move as "Significant Diplomatic endeavor" in the Ukrainian conflict
A united front of European leaders is urging Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire in the ongoing war in Ukraine. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv to express their solidarity and support in ending the war.
During a joint press conference, Merz emphasized the need for "tireless effort" to bring about a ceasefire and open discussion towards peace. He stressed the comprehensive nature of the proposed ceasefire, covering attacks from the air, land, sea, and infrastructure, and emphasized that any violations would lead to tightened sanctions against Russia.
Push for Multilateral Effort
European leaders also underscored the importance of a multilateral effort, with Merz highlighting the crucial role of the United States in ending the conflict. European countries are committed to supporting Ukraine and monitoring any potential ceasefire, with the U.S. leading the way.
The leaders expressed their solidarity with the Ukrainian people and promised continued support, even as they put pressure on Russia to withdraw troops and respect Ukraine's sovereignty. The visit serves as a strong statement of joint European resolve to bring a halt to the devastating conflict in Ukraine.
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Key Developments:- European Leaders' Visit: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, visit Kyiv to express solidarity and present a 30-day ceasefire proposal to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.- Ceasefire Terms: The proposed ceasefire would cover attacks from the air, land, sea, and infrastructure. Any violation would lead to tightened sanctions against Russia.- USA Involvement: European leaders emphasize the importance of U.S. involvement in ending the conflict in Ukraine.- Pressure on Russia: European leaders urge Russia to withdraw troops and respect Ukraine's sovereignty while facing growing pressure and potential sanctions.- European Solidarity: The visit serves as a sign of European unity in their efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
- European leaders, including Merz, Macron, Starmer, and Tusk, presented a unified call for a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine War, urging Russia to agree to this proposal during a visit to Kyiv.
- Merz asserted that tireless effort is needed to bring about the ceasefire, stressing the comprehensive nature of the proposal, covering attacks from the air, land, sea, and infrastructure.3.Any violation of the ceasefire would result in tightened sanctions against Russia, as stated by Merz during a joint press conference in Kyiv.
- The leaders emphasized the significance of a multilateral effort, with the United States being instrumental in ending the conflict, and reiterated their commitment to supporting Ukraine through this challenging period.
