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NEWS STORY : UK Hosts European Foreign Ministers to Bolster Collective Security Against Russian Aggression

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The United Kingdom convened foreign ministers from key European nations in London today to reinforce collective action against what officials describe as a “once-in-a-generation” security threat stemming from Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine. Foreign Secretary David Lammy welcomed counterparts from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland, and representatives from the European Union at Lancaster House for the sixth meeting of the Weimar+ group. The discussions focused on enhancing European security cooperation and supporting Ukraine’s pursuit of a just and lasting peace.

“We are facing a once-in-a-generation moment for the collective security of our continent,” Lammy stated. “The challenge we face today is not only about the future of Ukraine—it is existential for Europe as a whole.”

This meeting follows a recent visit by leaders from the UK, France, Germany, and Poland to Kyiv, where they called for a 30-day ceasefire to facilitate peace talks. The UK government emphasised the importance of unity among European nations in confronting threats to sovereignty and peace. The gathering also serves as a precursor to the upcoming UK-EU summit scheduled for 19 May, where Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to finalise a new defence agreement with the EU and strengthen post-Brexit trade relationships.