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French, British, German leaders to co-chair meeting on Ukraine on Monday

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Posted on August 21, 2026

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· Last updated: August 21, 2026

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French, British, German Leaders to Chair Ukraine Coalition Meeting in Kyiv

International Support for Ukraine: Key Leaders and Meeting Details

PARIS, Aug 21 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will co-chair a meeting of the so-called Coalition of the Willing group of pro-Ukrainian countries on Monday.

Participants and Attendance

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will be at the meeting in Kyiv, which will be attended both in person and remotely, Macron's office said on Friday, without specifying who will be there in person. The Ukrainian capital has come under heavy bombardment recently, and Zelenskiy has pleaded with his allies to do more to help his country.    

European and NATO Representation

European Council President Antonio Costa will attend the meeting in person and NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska will participate remotely, NATO and the EU said in separate statements.

Commitment to Ukraine

"The leaders will reiterate their determination to strengthen their support for Ukraine so that it can defend itself against Russian aggression," Macron's office said in a statement.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Inti Landauro; Editing by Alison Williams and Hugh Lawson)

Key Takeaways

  • French, British and German leaders unite in a ‘Coalition of the Willing’ meeting in Kyiv on Monday, August 24, to bolster Ukraine’s defense amid heavy bombardment.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskiy will host in Kyiv; European Council President António Costa will attend in person and NATO’s Radmila Shekerinska will join remotely.
  • Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister on July 20, 2026, marking a significant UK leadership transition shortly before the meeting.
  • António Costa has served as President of the European Council since December 1, 2024, playing a central role in coordinating EU political direction and external representation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will co-chair the Ukraine coalition meeting on Monday?
French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will co-chair the meeting.
Where will the Ukraine coalition meeting take place?
The meeting will be held in Kyiv, Ukraine, with some participants attending in person and others remotely.
Will Ukrainian President Zelenskiy attend the meeting?
Yes, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will be present at the meeting in Kyiv.
Which international organizations are represented at the meeting?
The meeting will include officials from the European Council and NATO, with Antonio Costa attending in person and Radmila Shekerinska participating remotely.
What is the main goal of the coalition meeting?
The leaders will reiterate their determination to strengthen support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

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