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The Coalition of the Willing. Meetings of defense chiefs
. While military and defense chiefs have finalized technical planning, the political leaders have yet to formally announce the specific security guarantees.Recent meetings of the European-led Coalition of the Willing regarding Ukraine’s security have culminated in a high-level summit in Paris on September 4, 2025
Key recent meetings
Paris Summit (September 4, 2025): French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted a hybrid meeting of over 30 countries to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended in person, while other leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, joined virtually.
Goal: To coordinate positions and finalize details for a potential “reassurance force” in Ukraine after a ceasefire with Russia is signed.

Virtual meeting (September 4, 2025): At the same time, top Ukrainian officials, including the Head of the Presidential Office and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, met with key advisors from the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and the US Presidential Special Envoy.
Defense Ministers’ Meeting (April 10, 2025): The UK and France hosted a meeting of defense ministers from the Coalition of the Willing at NATO Headquarters to discuss military planning.
Military Chiefs’ Meeting (April 5, 2025): Military chiefs met in Ukraine ahead of crucial planning meetings. The UK’s Ministry of Defence emphasized the coalition’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s security.
Initial Meetings (March 2025): The coalition moved into its operational phase in March, with military officials from 31 countries meeting in Paris to discuss potential options for a deployment force.
Outcomes and discussions from the meetings
Finalizing Security Guarantees: As of the September 4th Paris summit, leaders have finalized the technical aspects of Ukraine’s security guarantees but are holding off on public announcements.
Potential “Reassurance Force”: Planning envisions a multinational force, including air patrols and naval demining teams, to be deployed in Ukraine following a ceasefire to deter renewed Russian attacks.
US Involvement: A significant point of discussion has been securing support from the United States under the Trump administration, especially for intelligence and logistical backing. Following the Paris meeting, European leaders and Zelenskyy were expected to engage in a call with President Trump.
Increased Pressure on Russia: Leaders are also focused on intensifying pressure on Moscow, including preparations for new sanctions packages.
Diplomatic Solution: A parallel focus is pushing Russia toward a diplomatic solution, though many acknowledge that Russia appears hesitant to pursue a genuine peace agreement.
Challenges and remaining questions
Despite progress on military planning, several obstacles remain:
Defining the force’s mandate: The specific function of the reassurance force is still being determined, including how it would respond if attacked by Russian forces.
Sustaining the coalition: There are concerns about whether the coalition has the capacity and resources to sustain a larger force without US support.
Lack of Russian cooperation: For any peacekeeping mission to succeed, a comprehensive ceasefire agreement with Russia is essential, and progress on this front remains limited.