In a unified stance, European leaders have declared that now is not the time to lift sanctions on Russia, responding directly to pressures from the U.S. and former President Trump. During a recent summit in Paris, key officials, including UK’s Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, emphasized the need for increased sanctions to ensure peace in Ukraine. The European Union stated that unconditional withdrawal of Russian troops is a prerequisite for any amendments to the sanctions. This collective decision comes as Russia has been seeking relief from these sanctions while ongoing ceasefire talks are complicated by its demands. European leaders firmly rejected any immediate sanctions relief, highlighting the necessity of upholding measures until a lasting solution to the conflict is reached.