Starmer to host Zelenskyy and EU leaders for Ukraine talks
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for high-level talks. The meeting follows increased hostilities and Russia's rejection of direct negotiations.
Why it matters
Reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to coordinate Western support for Ukraine amidst escalating conflict.
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks with UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer, German chancellor Friedrich Merz and French president Emmanuel Macron outside 10 Downing Street in December 2025. Photograph: Thomas Krych/Alamy View image in fullscreen Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks with UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer, German chancellor Friedrich Merz and French president Emmanuel Macron outside 10 Downing Street in December 2025. Photograph: Thomas Krych/Alamy Ukraine Starmer to host Zelenskyy and EU leaders for Ukraine talks Volodymyr Zelenskyy to attend meeting along with French president Macron and German chancellor Merz
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