Historic Trilateral Dialogue Seeks Path to Ukraine Peace
Paris hosted unprecedented three-way talks on Thursday between U.S., Ukrainian, and European representatives, marking the first such coordinated diplomacy since President Donald Trump took office. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot described the meeting as a critical step toward stabilizing Ukraine, telling LCI television it brought stakeholders 'to the same table' after months of fragmented negotiations.
European Leaders Assert Role in Peace Process
The discussions unfolded amid growing European concerns about exclusion from U.S.-led negotiations addressing the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Barrot emphasized that 'a lasting peace can only be achieved with the consent and contribution of the Europeans,' reflecting wider continental frustrations about being sidelined in prior talks. Multiple EU officials have warned that sustainable stability requires direct regional involvement.
Next Steps in Diplomatic Push
A second round of dialogue is scheduled for London next week, signaling renewed multilateral engagement. The Paris talks focused on aligning transatlantic strategies while addressing Ukraine's security needs, though concrete agreements remain undisclosed. Analysts suggest the coordinated approach may recalibrate Western responses to Eastern Europe's ongoing challenges.
