During the meeting, the heads of state expressed their endorsement of Zelenskyy’s proposal for direct talks with Russian President Putin, advocating for the inclusion of both U.S. and European representatives in these discussions. They also called for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire from Russia. Additionally, Germany, France, and the UK agreed to strengthen their collaboration on air defense systems and advanced weaponry to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities. This meeting took place on June 8, 2026, and was reported by Deutschlandfunk.