Macron and Tusk Explore EU Peacekeeping Mission in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk are set to discuss the potential deployment of a 40,000-strong peacekeeping force in Ukraine post-war. This proposal comes amid concerns about the incoming Trump administration's stance on European military responsibilities in Ukraine. While Macron's idea has been met with surprise and skepticism from Polish officials, who emphasize the need for NATO involvement, the broader geopolitical context remains uncertain until Trump's inauguration. Ukraine seeks security guarantees and NATO membership to prevent future Russian aggression.