Zelenskyy invited to EU summit on defense, March 6

“As far as Ukraine is concerned, there is a new momentum, which should lead to a comprehensive, just and lasting peace,” Costa said in his letter of invitation to European Council members for the special summit on European defense and Ukraine, News.Az reports citing Politico.

“It is therefore important for us to exchange on how to further support Ukraine and on the principles that should be respected going forward,” Costa said.

Even as Trump is eager to strike a deal with Zelenskyy on U.S. access to critical raw materials, he remains vague on any assurances of American security guarantees for Ukraine.

As a result, the EU is stepping up efforts to boost defense spending and the bloc's leaders are expected to discuss a new military aid package for Ukraine at their March 6 meeting.

“The EU and its member states are ready to take more responsibility for Europe’s security,” Costa added in his invitation letter. “We should therefore be prepared for a possible European contribution to the security guarantees that will be necessary to ensure a lasting peace in Ukraine.”