The Message from Europe: Ukraine’s Sovereignty is Non-Negotiable

A delegation of Europe’s most powerful leaders has arrived in Washington carrying a simple, unified message: Ukraine’s sovereignty is non-negotiable. They are in the city to support President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of his meeting with Donald Trump, who is expected to push a peace deal at the expense of Ukrainian territory.
This “bodyguard” mission is a firm declaration of European principles. The allies are drawing a clear red line, insisting that a just and lasting peace cannot be built on the violation of a nation’s right to control its own borders and future.
This message will be delivered through multiple channels. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will speak to the EU’s commitment to an independent Ukraine, strong enough to deter future aggression. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will anchor the argument in the fundamental principle of territorial integrity.
French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will add the weight of their nations’ influence, arguing that compromising on Ukraine’s sovereignty would create a dangerous precedent and invite further instability in Europe. Their collective voice aims to make it clear to the White House that this is a core interest for the entire continent.