**European Leaders to Meet in Emergency Summit Over Ukraine War**
Next week, European leaders will gather for an emergency summit in Paris. The meeting is a response to concerns that the US and Russia are moving forward with peace talks that exclude Europe.
**Concerns Over Exclusion**
US special envoy Keith Kellogg said previously failed negotiations were due to too many parties being involved. He made this comment after it was announced that senior White House figures will meet Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in Saudi Arabia.
Sir Keir Starmer, the UK prime minister, is expected to attend the summit in Paris. He believes this is a “once-in-a-generation moment for our national security” and Europe must take a greater role in Nato.
**European Leaders Unhappy**
Polish foreign minister Radoslaw Sikorski said European leaders were unhappy with being excluded from peace talks between the US, Russia, and Ukraine. He stated that President Trump’s approach to negotiations was like “reconnaissance through battle”.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for the creation of an “army of Europe” due to rising concerns that the US may no longer provide aid.
**Trump’s Peace Talks**
US President Donald Trump announced he had a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and negotiations to stop the war in Ukraine would begin immediately. This decision has sparked concern among European leaders and Zelensky.
The US president also mentioned his leadership style could pave the way for a peace deal in Ukraine. His announcement rekindled memories of his meeting with Putin in 2018, where they held closed-door talks.
**UK Calls for Unity**
Sir Keir Starmer stated that the UK would work to ensure the US and Europe remained together on this issue. He believes it’s crucial not to let divisions distract from external enemies.
The UK prime minister will discuss European leaders’ views when he visits President Trump at the White House later this month.
**Further Meetings Expected**
A further meeting of European leaders, along with Zelensky, is expected after Sir Keir returns from Washington. This meeting aims to ensure a united approach to peace in Ukraine.