European security should be decided with Europeans, around 40 countries expected to say

European leaders from around 40 countries are set to affirm on Thursday that European security decisions should be made by Europeans themselves, according to a draft declaration seen by Reuters. The declaration, initiated by France, emphasizes principles like respect for state sovereignty, border inviolability, and the right to form alliances, and highlights the importance of including Ukraine in peace negotiations regarding its security. French President Emmanuel Macron underscored the declaration's significance in the context of the European Political Community summit in Dublin, emphasizing the need for a unified European response to security issues.

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At a summit in Dublin on November 12, 2026, about 40 countries are expected to sign a declaration stating that European security matters should be decided by Europeans. This declaration, initiated by France's foreign minister, emphasizes that Ukraine's security is integral to Euro-Atlantic security and that any peace negotiations involving Ukraine should include Ukrainian participation. The summit underscores Europe's desire to have a voice in discussions concerning its own security, particularly in light of ongoing debates about how Europe should engage with US-led talks with Russia and Ukraine. The draft declaration also highlights the importance of concluding the war in Ukraine for future European strategic stability.

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