The talks follow a “coalition of the willing” summit held yesterday, 6 January, attended by representatives from 35 countries, including Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
The summit agreed that France and the United Kingdom could send troops to Ukraine once a peace deal is in place, while Washington would monitor any ceasefire.
French President Emmanuel Macron described the summit as a historic step, highlighting coordinated efforts between Ukraine, allied countries, and the United States, which had clearly outlined its commitments.
Despite progress on Ukraine, discussions were overshadowed by growing European concern over US statements suggesting potential military and strategic ambitions in Greenland.
Macron sought to allay fears, calling such scenarios “unthinkable” and reaffirming that Greenland’s future is determined by its residents in consultation with Denmark.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot echoed this, warning that “it would make no sense for a NATO country to attack another NATO country” and noting that US officials had dismissed the possibility of an invasion.
He added that Greenland is “not for sale” and that its sovereignty and future will be decided by its local population and the Danish government.
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot (left) and India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (center) attend a bilateral meeting in Paris, France, 7 January 2026. The Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar has been invited to join the meeting of the Weimar Triangle foreign ministers (YOAN VALAT/POOL/PAP/EPA)
The Weimar Triangle meeting, scheduled for 7 January, will continue the Ukraine-focused discussions and also explore relations with Indo-Pacific nations.
Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister, Radosław Sikorski, and Germany’s Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, are participating. The Greenland issue is expected to feature in discussions.
Before flying to Paris, Sikorski attended a meeting of Poland’s Council of Ministers, preparing for the talks.
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