Coalition of the Willing: Paris Consultation on Ukraine Aid on July 13, 2026
Paris, July 13, 2026
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Summary
The Coalition of the Willing, comprising more than 35 Western countries supporting Ukraine, is meeting in Paris on Monday evening for consultations on further aid. According to French President Emmanuel Macron, topics include missile defense, possible joint military maneuvers, and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Paris, July 13, 2026
The Coalition of the Willing, comprising more than 35 Western countries supporting Ukraine, is meeting in Paris on Monday evening to discuss further military and political aid for Ukraine, which has been defending itself against a Russian invasion since February 2022.
Consultations in Paris
The so-called Coalition of the Willing, a group of Western countries supporting Ukraine, is meeting in Paris on Monday for consultations. The meeting takes place just a few days after last week's NATO summit, at which new support commitments for Ukraine were made. According to the German government, Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) is also traveling to the talks.
According to French President Emmanuel Macron, the talks of the alliance led by France and the United Kingdom will address, among other things, the topic of missile defense and possible joint military maneuvers. Security guarantees for Ukraine and continued support for the country attacked by Russia are also on the agenda.
Paris Declaration and Plans for a Multinational Force
At the beginning of the year, the alliance agreed in a Paris Declaration to provide Ukraine with a legally binding assurance that it would not be left alone in the event of another Russian attack. The coalition also set the framework for a multinational force intended to serve as a deterrent and to support the Ukrainian armed forces in peacetime, for example in training young soldiers or securing airspace and maritime areas.
More than 35 countries have joined the Coalition of the Willing. In Paris, heads of state and government from 25 Western countries supporting Ukraine are gathering for consultations in the early evening. It was unclear whether Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would also be present at the Paris consultations.
Patriot Munitions as Core Demand
Zelensky recently renewed his demand for new munitions for the Patriot air defense system. The Patriot air defense system is currently the most effective weapon against Russia's ballistic missiles. However, munitions for it have become increasingly scarce, mainly because the US and Israel used many Patriot missiles in the Iran war. PAC-3s are scarce, and production in the US is proceeding slowly.
US President Donald Trump held out the prospect of a license for Ukraine to build munitions for the Patriot air defense system at the NATO summit in Ankara. Zelensky is making every effort to obtain new munitions for his country's Patriot air defense systems from partners.
EU Sanctions and US Legislation
In parallel with the Paris consultations, EU foreign ministers are discussing possible new sanctions against Russia in Brussels. It would be the 21st sanctions package, with trade restrictions and other measures. It is unclear whether a comprehensive new package with trade restrictions and other measures can already enter into force. The plan is to impose further sanctions on individuals, entities, and organizations from Russia.
From Germany, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) is expected to attend the talks in Brussels. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has been invited to Brussels for an informal exchange of ideas. According to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, negotiations on this are still ongoing, and there are still open questions.
However, she hoped that member states could agree at the upcoming consultations to place 250 additional Russian individuals and entities on the sanctions list. In the US, influential senators from both parties announced last week that they had reached an agreement with the US government on new sanctions against Russia. The law provides, among other things, for punishing states that purchase Russian gas and oil. A statement from the White House is still pending.
Course of the War: Fighting in the East and Drone Attacks
Among the signatories of the declaration is also Republican Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly over the weekend shortly after returning from a visit to Ukraine and was considered an important supporter of Kyiv. His death could affect the dynamics of parliamentary efforts for new Russia sanctions in Washington.
In Ukraine, fighting continues unabated. Russian troops, according to reports, have been supported in their attacks by the air force, which deployed more than 150 glide bombs against Ukrainian positions. The main areas of focus have recently been the vicinity of Kostiantynivka, Kramatorsk, and Sloviansk, the General Staff in Kyiv said in its situation report on Sunday evening.
During the night of Sunday, an oil refinery in the Russian region of Samara and 14 Russian ships were attacked, Ukraine reported. In addition to the refinery, Ukrainian drones also hit ten oil tankers and four ferries in the Sea of Azov, according to Kyiv. The Russian military said it shot down 349 Ukrainian drones overnight.
Russia's actions have been sharply condemned internationally. Moscow demands a say in the matter and vehemently rejects the stationing of foreign troops in Ukraine, but it launched the war of aggression ordered by Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin itself. Four people were killed in Ukrainian drone attacks in Russia, according to Russian authorities.
In Istra west of Moscow alone, three people were killed as a result of a falling drone, local governor Andrey Vorobyov announced via Telegram. Another death as a result of Ukrainian drone attacks was reported from the western Russian region of Belgorod. In the Stavropol region, Governor Vladimir Vladimirov announced on Telegram that a fire had broken out in an industrial area as a result of the attacks. No casualties were initially reported.
Domestic Political Upheavals in Kyiv and Outlook
On the domestic political front, Zelensky announced a cabinet reshuffle. Among other things, he wants to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. He justified this, among other things, with a shift in foreign policy strategy. Regardless of this, Russian authorities, according to the FSB, have foiled two planned Ukrainian drone attacks on air force bases deep inside the country, including Shagol in the Urals and Ukrainka in the Far East. A year ago, Ukraine attacked Russian air force bases deep inside the country, destroying around ten Russian military aircraft, according to US sources.
After Monday's consultations, countries participating in the Coalition of the Willing will take part on Tuesday with soldiers in the military parade for the French national holiday. This year, a delegation from the Austrian Armed Forces, consisting of 23 guardsmen, will also be present. The consultations are also intended to secure a possible ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
Information on the course of the war, shelling, and casualties from official sources of the Russian and Ukrainian parties to the conflict cannot be independently verified in the current situation. Independent verification of the information was not possible.
When evaluating information, various sources and a critical attitude are essential. Sources for this report include news agencies and SRF.
Questions & Answers
Who is taking part in the consultations of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris?
Heads of state and government from 25 Western countries supporting Ukraine are taking part in the consultations in Paris; in total, the alliance has more than 35 members. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) is traveling from Germany, while the participation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was initially unclear.
What topics are at the center of the meeting in Paris?
According to French President Emmanuel Macron, the topics include missile defense, possible joint military maneuvers, security guarantees for Ukraine, and further support for the country. In addition, the Paris Declaration on the duty of assistance agreed this year is to be put into practice.
Why is Patriot ammunition so controversial?
The Patriot air defense system is considered the most effective weapon to date against Russia's ballistic missiles, but supplies are scarce because the US and Israel have used many Patriot missiles in the Iran war. US President Donald Trump held out the prospect of a license for Ukraine to build Patriot ammunition at the NATO summit in Ankara, but PAC-3s remain in short supply.
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