French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday (January 6, 2026) that a security statement endorsed by Ukraine's allies, including the U.S., is a “significant step” toward ending Russia's invasion of its neighbour as part of a peace settlement.
Following a meeting of more than two dozen countries in Paris, Mr. Macron said officials agreed on ceasefire monitoring mechanisms under U.S. leadership.
A joint statement said the allies also agreed to continue long-term military assistance and armament to Ukraine's armed forces, which “will remain the first line of defence and deterrence” after any peace deal is signed.
Foreign countries will provide reassurance measures on land, sea and in the air to be enacted once “a credible cessation of hostilities has taken place.”
The allies still must finalise “binding commitments” setting out what they will do to support Ukraine and restore peace in case of a future attack by Russia.
