Brussels, 10 April 2025 (dpa/MIA) - Defence ministers from member states of the so-called "coalition of the willing" were set to meet at NATO headquarters in Brussels on Thursday.

At the meeting, the group, led by France and Britain, was set to advance work on support plans for Ukraine, which has been defending itself against Russia for over three years.

The main issue under discussing is how to provide Ukraine with the highest level of security if it agrees to a ceasefire with Russia.

Paris and London are working on an European troop contingent that would contribute to the security of Ukraine against future Russian attacks.

It is unclear however when and with what mandate such troops could enter Ukraine - especially as the United States has so far refused to join the possible mission.

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