Discussion with European and international figures lined up by Silina to reinforce backing for Ukraine
In the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, high-level diplomatic meetings are providing a glimmer of hope for a peaceful resolution. Recently, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has come under increasing pressure to cede territory to end the grinding war.
The latest summit, held recently, focused on arranging security guarantees in the event of a peace deal. Zelensky confirmed his readiness for a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a first face-to-face encounter since Moscow's invasion nearly three and a half years ago. This decision was supported by all European leaders he met with.
The summit included British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Manfred Weber of the European People's Party, and Heads of State and Government in a European Council format. The United States President, Donald Trump, was also present, with plans for the security guarantees to be provided by various European countries in coordination with the United States of America.
However, no specific support or commitments made by the leaders in the video discussions have been disclosed. As of now, there is no direct public record showing a trilateral meeting between Prime Minister Māra Šķēle of Latvia's New Unity party, President Zelensky, and other major world leaders jointly focusing on peace talks with Russia.
Recent developments have shown a firm stance from the Kremlin, with conditions that the West and Ukraine largely reject. The Russian President and Foreign Minister have repeatedly voiced their demands for guarantees against NATO expansion and restrictions on Ukrainian military capabilities.
The Benelux countries (Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg) reaffirmed their steadfast support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in a high-level meeting on August 26, 2025, in Odesa. They condemned Russia’s war of aggression and emphasized the need for a just, lasting peace based on international law. The Benelux countries pledged continued humanitarian, military, financial, political, and reconstruction assistance to Ukraine and endorsed the establishment of a Special Tribunal on Russia’s aggression.
The European Union, represented by President Ursula von der Leyen, has remained heavily supportive of Ukraine’s defense and political efforts. The UN continues to call urgently for an immediate ceasefire and peace talks consistent with Ukraine’s full sovereignty, expressing deep concern over abuses against prisoners of war and civilian suffering. The UN stresses that diplomacy must escalate with tangible, verifiable outcomes, but acknowledges the current stalemate and ongoing hostilities.
As diplomatic progress remains challenging, international actors including the Benelux countries, the EU, and the UN reaffirm their persistent support to Ukraine and call for negotiations under international law frameworks. Meanwhile, Russia is making a series of advances in the conflict, making the need for a peaceful resolution more pressing than ever.
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