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European powers demand seat at table in Ukraine talks

13 February 2025 02:26 (UTC +04:00)

European powers, including Britain, France and Germany, said on Wednesday they had to be part of any future negotiations on the fate of Ukraine, underscoring that only a fair accord with security guarantees would ensure lasting peace, APA reports citing Reuters.

"Our shared objectives should be to put Ukraine in a position of strength. Ukraine and Europe must be part of any negotiations," a joint statement of seven countries and the European Commission said.

"Ukraine should be provided with strong security guarantees. A just and lasting peace in Ukraine is a necessary condition for a strong transatlantic security," the statement said, adding that the European powers were looking forward to discussing the way ahead with their American allies.

Ministers from France, Britain, Germany, Poland, Italy, Spain and the European Commission met with Ukraine's foreign minister in Paris on Wednesday.