EU's Bold Blueprint: Security Guarantees for Ukraine

EU Council President Antonio Costa has invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to a special EU summit on March 6 to discuss enhanced support for Ukraine. Costa emphasized readiness for increased EU responsibility in Europe's security and hinted at an EU contribution to lasting peace in Ukraine.

European Union Council President Antonio Costa extended an invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for a pivotal summit with EU leaders set for March 6. The meeting aims to discuss strategies for increasing support to Ukraine amidst ongoing security challenges.

In his communication to EU leaders, Costa underscored the bloc's willingness to assume greater responsibility for European security. 'We should therefore be prepared for a possible European contribution to the security guarantees that will be necessary to ensure a lasting peace in Ukraine,' Costa noted.

The EU summit, chaired by Costa, will focus on developing decisions to enhance the EU's capacity to manage immediate and future security challenges, reinforcing the region's stability and resilience.

(With inputs from agencies.)