Zelensky, Macron discuss security guarantees for Ukraine

Zelensky shared details of their conversation on his Telegram channel, according to Ukrinform.

"I just had a long conversation with President Macron. Emmanuel recently met with other European following his meeting today with other European leaders to discuss the global situation, the state of affairs in Europe, and security guarantees for Ukraine. We share a common vision: security guarantees must be robust and reliable. Any other decision without such guarantees -- such as a fragile ceasefire -- would only serve as another deception by Russia and a prelude to a new Russian war against Ukraine or other European nations," Zelensky said.

According to the post, President Macron briefed Zelensky on his talks with other leaders, not just European ones.

"We agreed to stay in constant contact as major decisions are being made. Ensuring a robust and lasting peace is a must. And that can only be achieved through strong security guarantees," Zelensky said.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen earlier stated that an emergency EU leaders' meeting in Paris on February 17 reaffirmed that Ukraine "deserves peace through strength."