A coalition of Western nations, led by the UK and France, is struggling to make progress in its efforts to secure a ceasefire in Ukraine due to lack of clear security guarantees from the US.
Defence ministers from the participating countries met at NATO headquarters on Thursday to discuss key issues. However, disagreements between London and Paris over the need for a “backstop” from the US are hindering negotiations.
The coalition is considering a voluntary force, but countries are yet to agree on its structure and composition. The absence of firm US commitments has raised concerns that progress may stall.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-09/elusive-us-guarantees-hamper-ukraine-coalition-of-willing