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Target: President Donald Trump, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, European leaders (France, Britain, Germany, Italy, Finland), and NATO officials
Goal: Urge President Trump and European leaders to provide unwavering support to Ukraine, ensure meaningful security guarantees, and pursue a just and lasting peace that respects Ukrainian sovereignty.
The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has resulted in immense human suffering, displacement, and the violation of international law. As President Zelenskyy and European leaders meet with President Trump in Washington, the world is watching to see if the U.S. and its allies will uphold their commitments to peace, democracy, and the sovereignty of nations.
It is alarming that President Zelenskyy was previously excluded from key diplomatic discussions, while Russia continues its aggression. The international community must stand united in supporting Ukraine’s right to self-determination and in rejecting any deals that undermine its territorial integrity.
We call on all leaders at the Washington summit to:
Only through principled action and solidarity can we achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and Europe.