European leaders mull fast-track NATO plan for Ukraine
"The Guardian" reported on the topics European leaders are expected to discuss during the summit in Paris. The meeting will bring together key countries from across Europe.
At Monday's meeting in Paris, leaders from Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark, along with the President of the European Commission and the Secretary General of NATO, are set to discuss the potential membership of Ukraine in NATO.
This includes the possibility of Ukraine automatically gaining membership in the Alliance if Russia violates a ceasefire, should one be agreed upon.
Some American senators support this proposal, and it has gained backing from several European leaders, including Finnish President Alexander Stubb, according to "The Guardian."
The summit is also expected to address the defensive capabilities that Europe could offer Ukraine as part of security guarantees. The Finnish president emphasized that Ukraine must be assured independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
The meeting in Paris was organized following the Munich Security Conference, where the USA announced negotiations with Russia.
Before departing for Paris, Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated he would urge other leaders to make decisions regarding the defense capabilities of the EU and its member states. He also stressed that Europe could provide Ukraine with real security guarantees only when it is militarily stronger than Russia.
