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European countries are proposing varying numbers for the potential peacekeeping contingent in Ukraine, with figures ranging from 15,000 to 20,000 personnel, and some hoping for up to 30,000 peacekeepers.
According to Radio Free Europe, no official military plans have been released yet. The bulk of the peacekeepers are expected to come from the United Kingdom and France, which will be responsible for both ground and air components. Meanwhile, Turkey has indicated plans to oversee the security of transport routes in the Black Sea. It remains unclear how close the potential “Coalition of the Willing” forces would be stationed to the frontline. Most EU officials expect deployments in western Ukraine for support and training of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. U.S. military personnel may also be present, but primarily in an observer role to monitor compliance with a ceasefire.
Coalition of the Willing meeting
Representatives from 30 countries within the “Coalition of the Willing” are scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to finalize aspects of a peace agreement to end the war. On Tuesday, January 6, the meeting will include U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law Jared Kushner.
European officials told the outlet they hope the talks in Paris will synchronize positions among the U.S., Ukraine, and EU nations. French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed hopes that the discussions will yield “specific commitments” regarding Ukraine’s security, including clarity on the composition and deployment of peacekeeping forces in the event of a ceasefire.
Coalition of the Determined meeting
In December 2025, Macron announced the upcoming early January meeting in Paris of the “Coalition of the Determined,” aimed at defining each member country’s contribution to security guarantees for Ukraine. The coalition includes over 30 nations, including key European and U.S. partners, discussing the peace plan, security guarantees, and post-war support for Ukraine. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is also expected to attend the January 6 session in Paris.
