Archive · 12 Aug 2025
EU Leaders Urge Ceasefire in Ukraine for Talks
European leaders from 26 countries have said that Ukraine should be free to decide its own future.
They also said that any peace plan must keep Ukraine and Europe safe.
The leaders believe that real peace talks can only happen when the fighting stops or at least slows down.
They agreed on a statement on Monday and published it on Tuesday, emphasizing that talks should be about Ukraine and Europe's safety.
EU leaders state Ukrainians must decide their future.
A diplomatic solution must protect Ukrainian and European interests.
Negotiations depend on a ceasefire or reduced fighting.
Leaders share conviction in protecting Ukraine's and Europe's security.
The statement was agreed on Monday and published on Tuesday.
- Who
- 26 European heads of state and government.
- What
- 26 EU leaders said Ukraine must have the freedom to decide its future and a diplomatic solution must protect Ukrainian and European interests.
- When
- Agreed late on Monday and published on Tuesday.
- Where
- Brussels.
- Why
- To ensure Ukraine's freedom and protect Ukrainian and European interests.
- Who
- 26 European heads of state and government
- What
- Statement on Ukraine's Future
- Where
- Brussels
- When
- Agreed on Monday, published on Tuesday
- Key Message
- Ukraine's self-determination and security
- Action Required
- Ceasefire before negotiations
