Lasting peace depends on 'unified' Europe, Zelenskyy says after talks with Macron

Ukrainian President Zelensky said Ukraine sought to end the conflict "in a dignified manner," calling for "solid" security guarantees, and noted that the "territorial issue will be the most difficult" in future talks. According to the Elysee Palace, Macron and Zelensky also held discussions with European leaders as well as U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators on Monday.

Zelenskyy said he and Macron discussed a wide range of issues, including security assistance, air defense, aircraft, and economic cooperation. He expressed gratitude for the latest French defense package, noting that deliveries had already begun, and said the two leaders also addressed the recognition of Ukrainian driver’s licenses in France.