In light of escalating concerns about the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, European leaders have gathered in Paris for an emergency summit aimed at formulating a unified response. With tensions rising over the involvement of former U.S. President Trump in peace negotiations with Russia, European officials are striving to assert their relevance and influence in the discussions. The summit is critical as Macron and other leaders prepare to address the potential isolation of Europe and seek stronger defense collaboration, especially in the wake of calls for a new security architecture. As the situation develops, the collective efforts of European nations highlight a pivotal moment for their defense and diplomatic strategies regarding Ukraine.