On the 15th local time, leaders of several European countries, including Germany, France, Britain, Italy, Poland, and the President of the European Council Costa and the President of the European Commission von der Leyen issued a joint statement saying that they would form a "multinational force" to support Ukraine: "Any decision that Ukraine may make territorial concessions can only be made after strong security measures are in place - these security guarantees should include a European led multinational force."
These European leaders held a meeting in Berlin on the same day. That evening, they continued their talks with Ukrainian President Zelensky, NATO Secretary General Rutte, US Presidential Envoy Witkov, and US President Trump's son-in-law Kushner.
The statement stated that the unit will assist Ukraine in rebuilding its armed forces, ensuring the security of Ukrainian airspace, and enhancing maritime security. The related actions will also include military operations conducted within Ukraine. The statement stated that the force will be provided with troops by countries willing to participate and supported by the United States.
The statement emphasized that there is a broad consensus among European countries, Ukraine, and the United States, and listed the positions that have been reached by all parties - such as the future size of the Ukrainian military should be maintained at a maximum of 800000 troops. In addition, a ceasefire monitoring and verification mechanism led by the United States and involving international participation will be established.
Regarding the territorial issue, the joint statement stated that the relevant decisions should be made by the Ukrainian people, provided that strong security guarantees are effectively implemented.
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