Coalition of the Willing Agrees on Expanded Military, Economic, and Peacekeeping Support for Ukraine

While in Rome, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, a growing group of Ukraine’s international partners focused on supporting the country’s defense and sovereignty.

The meeting on July 10 was co-organized by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, and included participation from 32 leaders and international representatives.

Notably, this session marked the first time U.S. officials—General Keith Kellogg and Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal—joined the coalition’s deliberations.

The Coalition of the Willing, which convened its inaugural summit of 31 nations in Paris on March 27, aims to define long-term security commitments and build the foundation for a future peacekeeping and reassurance force in Ukraine. The July 10 meeting focused on finalizing command structures for this proposed Multinational Force Ukraine, to be deployed once hostilities cease.

The coalition released a detailed communique outlining new commitments and strategic goals.

Below are the key agreements:

• Support for Ukraine’s Sovereignty


  Reaffirmed unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

  
  

• Condemnation of Russia’s Actions


  Denounced Russia’s invasion as a violation of the UN Charter.
 Called on Moscow to cease attacks on civilians and agree to a full, unconditional ceasefire.

  
  

• Peace Talks and Mediation


  Endorsed renewed peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Supported U.S.-backed peace efforts led by President Donald Trump.

  
  

• Sanctions and Economic Pressure


  Committed to increasing pressure on Russia’s war economy.
 Agreed to new measures targeting Russia’s energy and financial sectors, including oil and gas exports, the use of shadow fleets, and third-party military suppliers.

  
  

• Military Support


  Pledged €40 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2025, matching NATO's 2024 commitments. Prioritized strengthening Ukraine’s air-defense and drone interception capabilities.
 Reaffirmed coordination through the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, NSATU, and Capability Coalitions.

  
  

• Future Security Planning


  Supported detailed planning for the Multinational Force Ukraine, to help secure Ukraine’s skies, seas, and postwar military regeneration.
 Welcomed the creation of a UK/French-led operational headquarters to lead planning efforts.
 Backed Ukraine’s readiness to issue formal invitations and enter into agreements with contributing nations.

  
  

• Economic and Fiscal Assistance


  Agreed to draft a collective financial support plan for 2026 to ensure Ukraine’s economic stability.
 Reaffirmed support for demining the Black Sea and restoring safe navigation to boost Ukraine’s exports and global food security.

  
  

• Accountability and Reparations


  Committed to exploring lawful avenues to make Russia pay for damages, including utilizing proceeds from immobilized Russian sovereign assets.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, according to Ottawa, also joined the meeting and signed the communique, confirming Canada’s ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and recovery.

The coalition’s next steps will involve operationalizing the reassurance force, intensifying sanctions enforcement, and ensuring coordinated delivery of military and financial assistance through 2025 and beyond.