KYIV (Realist English). British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk arrived in Kyiv on a joint mission, calling on Moscow to implement an immediate and unconditional 30-day ceasefire. The four leaders rejected any conditions put forward by Russia, warning of intensified sanctions and expanded military aid to the Ukrainian regime.
“If Putin rejects peace, we will increase the pressure. We are working with the U.S. and our allies. This is a united stance,” Starmer said during the press event.
U.S. President Donald Trump also acknowledged the ceasefire “understanding,” urging all sides to “use the opportunity for de-escalation.” He warned of consequences if Russia violates the agreement, marking a shift from his previously restrained rhetoric toward Moscow.
Volodymyr Zelensky, the head of the Kyiv regime, confirmed that the proposed ceasefire would cover “land, sea, and air,” while cautioning that he holds “no illusions” about Russia’s intentions. Macron added that the U.S. and European countries would monitor adherence to the ceasefire and impose further sanctions—particularly on energy and banking—if Russia fails to comply.
During the proposed 30-day pause, discussions are expected to focus on the potential format of future negotiations. According to British government sources, talks are also underway regarding the deployment of an international mission to help restore Kyiv’s combat readiness after a possible agreement.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded by stating that Moscow hears “many contradictory and aggressive statements” from Europe and sees “no genuine interest in de-escalation.”
- For the first time, four major Western leaders have jointly visited territory controlled by the Kyiv regime.
- The West is demanding a 30-day ceasefire from Russia with no preconditions, disregarding Moscow’s terms.
- The U.S., EU, and U.K. are coordinating a unified strategy, warning of a “strong response” if Russia refuses.
Western pressure on Russia is intensifying, but the core objective remains unchanged: not peace, but the preservation of the Kyiv regime at all costs. Moscow is unlikely to accept terms framed as an ultimatum. A temporary pause in fighting is possible — but a lasting peace agreement is not yet in sight.
