Weimar+ Countries Make A Strong Move In Support Of Ukraine

After the summit in London.

Following a meeting in Britain of foreign ministers of a number of European countries, official London released a joint statement on Ukraine and Euro-Atlantic security.

This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing the British government.

This summit took place yesterday in London, May 12, and was attended by the foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the UK and the EU High Representative.

It should be noted that the Weimar+ group was established in the winter of this year as a response to the change in Washington's policy regarding Russia's war against Ukraine.

What was talked about in London

It is noted that during the meeting in the British capital on Monday, the parties discussed the Russian military aggression against Ukraine, as well as issues of Euro-Atlantic security.

Downing Street presented a joint statement of European ministers at the end of the summit. It deals, in particular, with efforts to bring about a ceasefire in Ukraine, pressure on Russia to end its war of conquest, security guarantees and further support for Kiev.

On Solidarity with Ukraine

The summary released indicates that the countries of the Weimar+ group reaffirmed their solidarity with the Ukrainian people, as well as "our sympathy for the victims of the recent attacks by Russia and our full support for the security, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders."

On peace efforts and the expectation that Russia will agree to a ceasefire

European ministers welcomed the US-led peace efforts and "the prospect of further talks this week."

"So far, Russia has shown no serious intention to make progress. It should do so without delay," the joint statement said.

The European foreign ministers also joined Ukraine's call for an immediate and comprehensive 30-day ceasefire to "create space for negotiations on a just, comprehensive and lasting peace."

"Any peace will only last if it is based on international law, including the UN Charter, and Ukraine is able to deter and defend itself against any future Russian attack," the ministers said.

Statement of Support for Ukraine

Also at the London meeting, they discussed how they would further step up European efforts to support Ukraine "in its ongoing defense against Russia's war of aggression."

"Ukraine must be confident in its ability to continue to successfully resist Russian aggression with our support," the statement emphasized.

European officials believe a strong Ukrainian army will be "vital."

"We agreed to work with Ukraine on initiatives to strengthen the Ukrainian armed forces, to rebuild ammunition and equipment stocks and to further strengthen industrial capacity," Downing Street conveyed.

On security guarantees

Representatives of the Weimar+ countries said they seek robust security guarantees for Ukraine.

"This includes exploring the creation of a coalition of air, land and sea support forces that could help create confidence in any future world and support the rebuilding of Ukraine's armed forces," the joint statement indicated.

On post-war reconstruction

The parties also revealed that they will work on "new commitments on reconstruction and recovery, in particular at the Ukraine Reconstruction Conference in Rome on July 10-11, to ensure that Ukraine's future security is based on e But they agreed that nations should increase their spending on defense contributions and will continue to strengthen the alliance to "meet the requirements of deterrence and defense in all areas of the Euro-Atlantic region."

"We will use all possible levers to strengthen our collective defense capabilities and production, as well as to strengthen Europe's technological and industrial base," the joint statement said.

To that end, European nations plan to develop work in NATO, the EU and like-minded groups "to achieve the ethical, military and security objectives of the Euro-Atlantic region."

"We will use all possible levers to strengthen our collective defense and production capabilities, as well as to strengthen Europe's technological and industrial base," the joint statement said.

To that end, European countries plan to develop work in NATO, the EU and like-minded groups "to achieve a

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