Defend Ukraine’s Sovereignty: Reject Pressure to Abandon Crimea and NATO Aspirations

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has already cost thousands of lives and displaced millions. Now, as President Donald Trump hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European leaders in Washington, the stakes have never been higher. President Trump’s proposal to pressure Ukraine into abandoning its legitimate claim to Crimea and to halt its pursuit of NATO membership risks legitimizing Russian aggression and undermining the principles of self-determination and international law.

Ukraine continues to face relentless attacks in the Donetsk region and along its borders, while European leaders call for strong security guarantees. Any peace agreement must prioritize Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and right to choose its own alliances. The international community must not allow a settlement that rewards invasion or disregards the will of the Ukrainian people.

We call on all leaders present in Washington to reject any deal that sacrifices Ukraine’s future for short-term political expediency. Stand with Ukraine for peace, justice, and lasting security in Europe.