European Leaders Propose Ukraine Ceasefire Plan Amidst Rising Tensions

European leaders are intensifying efforts to bolster support for Ukraine, proposing a ceasefire plan involving air, sea, and energy infrastructure. This initiative follows a tense meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot suggested the ceasefire would allow assessment of Russian President Vladimir Putin's commitment to peace, potentially leading to genuine negotiations. French President Emmanuel Macron indicated that European troops would not be deployed in Ukraine in the coming weeks, emphasizing the need for a negotiated truce. The UK Minister of Armed Forces, Luke Pollard, neither confirmed nor denied the plan, noting ongoing discussions. Meanwhile, Germany is considering establishing special funds for defense and infrastructure. EU leaders will convene on March 6 to discuss further support for Ukraine and European security guarantees. Macron and UK propose a one-month truce to demonstrate Putin's good faith. Barrot stated that the risk of war in Europe has never been so high.