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Ukraine's Western allies, including President Zelensky, met in Paris to strengthen military support, focusing on air defense against Russian missile strikes. Nine European countries announced a new anti-missile initiative, while the Kremlin dismissed the summit as a 'coalition of warmongers.' Zelensky renewed calls for increased military aid as no ceasefire was reached.

Ukraine and nine European countries formed an anti-ballistic missile coalition for defensive purposes, citing growing missile threats. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with allies in Paris to reaffirm support for Ukraine and pressure Russia to end the ongoing war.