Europe Advances 'Reassurance Force' for Ukraine Despite Divisions

France and the UK lead efforts to deploy European troops to secure a potential peace deal, as U.S. support remains uncertain and fighting persists.

European leaders met in Paris to discuss a 'reassurance force' to deter future Russian aggression, with France and the UK spearheading the initiative.
The proposed force lacks unanimous support, with some European nations hesitant to participate due to capacity or political concerns.
U.S. officials have not committed to supporting the European-led force, prompting France and the UK to prepare for action without American involvement.
European leaders reaffirmed sanctions against Russia, agreeing they should remain until a clear and lasting peace is achieved.
Fighting continues in Ukraine despite a tentative U.S.-brokered Black Sea ceasefire, with both sides accusing each other of violations.