Western leaders met in Paris with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to advance security guarantees for Ukraine, but the effort still hinges on US backing, Reuters reported.

France’s Emmanuel Macron said technical plans are ready, stressing Europe’s determination to support Kyiv and hoping Washington will sign on. Donald Trump has yet to commit, though his envoy Steve Witkoff discussed the proposals with officials in Paris.

Russian President Vladimir Putin repeated calls for talks but warned Moscow remains ready to use force if necessary.