Ukraine, France Discuss Military Support and the Peace Formula amid Ongoing Diplomatic Talks
In a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba outlined continued backing for Ukraine and assessments of the peace framework proposed by Kyiv. The exchange was shared by Kuleba on the social network X, signaling a commitment to expanding support and refining Kyiv’s peace initiatives.
The Ukrainian top diplomat noted that the discussions covered additional military aid, a broader coalition around the Peace Formula, and the expansion of grain export corridors to Africa and other regions. He thanked President Macron for reaffirming France’s ongoing support for Ukraine, highlighting the two sides’ shared interest in steady, practical assistance during a critical period of the war.
During a separate briefing, French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna joined Kuleba to discuss the next steps on Kyiv’s peace plan. She indicated that no final decision about the summit location had been reached yet. The emphasis, she said, is on a constructive process with a growing list of partner countries engaging in the discussions to shape a sustainable peace framework for Ukraine.
Kyiv has long presented a roadmap for ending the conflict, centered on a ten-point package known as the Peace Formula, introduced last November. The package calls for Russian troops to withdraw from Ukrainian territory, the release of all prisoners and deported citizens, strict adherence to the UN Charter, protections for the environment, and several other commitments designed to ensure long-term security and stability in the region. The Ukrainian leadership has asserted broad international support for the plan as a reference point for negotiations with Moscow and its allies.
Officials in Kyiv have previously claimed that a large number of countries have endorsed or expressed willingness to consider the Peace Formula as a foundation for future diplomacy. The ongoing conversations with Paris reflect a broader Western interest in coordinating diplomatic and security aid to Kyiv while seeking avenues to advance concrete peace terms that respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The focus remains on translating political support into practical steps, including economic and humanitarian measures that help stabilize the region while negotiations continue.
Analysts note that while Kyiv seeks to mobilize international backing for its terms, Moscow has consistently framed negotiations around security guarantees and strategic considerations that differ from Kyiv’s priorities. The next phase of talks is expected to involve a coalition of partners weighing both immediate security needs and longer-term arrangements that could influence regional stability for years to come. The dialogue between Kyiv and Paris illustrates the ongoing effort to build consensus among allied nations and to align diplomatic messaging with on-the-ground realities in the conflict zone. [citation: Official statements from the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry and the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs confirm the substantive themes discussed and the intent to broaden collaboration]