Paris Summit Pledges Legally Binding Security Guarantees for Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted a "Coalition of the Willing" summit at the Hotel des Invalides in Paris on July 13, 2026, on the eve of Bastille Day, where leaders pledged formal security guarantees for Ukraine.

An Expanding Coalition

The coalition has grown to 37 nations, with Moldova and North Macedonia joining for the first time. Around 25 or more heads of state and government attended the gathering.

Leaders agreed to formalize robust, legally binding bilateral security guarantees for Ukraine. The commitment marks an effort to put long-term backing for Kyiv on a firmer legal footing.

A Reassurance Force

A France- and UK-led multinational "reassurance force" is described as "ready" to deploy away from the front lines if a ceasefire is reached. Under the plan, the United States would take part in ceasefire monitoring.

A coordination cell involving the United States, Ukraine and the coalition has been established at the coalition's operational headquarters in Paris, intended to align efforts among the partners.

Air Defence and Aid

Leaders placed particular focus on air defence, including the licensed production of Patriot interceptors inside Ukraine. Such capacity could help Kyiv counter continued missile threats.

The summit also reaffirmed the coalition's 70 billion euro military aid commitment for 2026, underscoring the scale of support pledged for the year.

The developments were reported by outlets including Euronews and Kyiv Post, along with information from France Diplomatie and EU Neighbours East.