Related Article: European Leaders to Join Zelensky for White House Meeting - politicalwire.com - Sunday, August 17, 2025, 11:56:37 AM Eastern Daylight Time
Target: President Donald Trump, President Volodymyr Zelensky, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Goal: Ensure that the upcoming White House meeting prioritizes diplomacy, transparency, and the protection of human rights over militarization and exclusionary decision-making.
The announced gathering of European, NATO, and Ukrainian leaders at the White House marks a pivotal moment in efforts to end the war in Ukraine. However, history shows that high-level summits too often sideline the needs and voices of those most affected by conflict—ordinary Ukrainians, marginalized communities, and civil society organizations.
We call on all leaders present to reject backroom deals and instead pursue a transparent, inclusive, and peace-oriented process. The world cannot afford further escalation, militarization, or decisions that ignore the humanitarian crisis on the ground. Instead, we urge a focus on diplomacy, accountability, and the participation of diverse stakeholders in shaping any agreements.
We demand that all negotiations center the well-being and rights of Ukrainian civilians, uphold international law, and commit to a sustainable, just peace.