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Editorial: El Mundo

Necesaria unión en torno a Ucrania
Jan. 7, 2026

  • The summit in Paris sent a message of Western democracies' unity against Putin.
  • The agreement proposes the deployment of a multinational force in Ukraine led by the US in case of ceasefire.
  • The so-called Volunteers Coalition was signed by Macron, Starmer and Zelenski.
  • The implementation of the agreement is uncertain as Putin rejects the deployment of NATO allies in Ukraine.
  • Sánchez, President of Spain, is open to sending Spanish troops to Ukraine in a potential peace mission.
  • Sánchez faces challenges at home with the lack of necessary support to approve the deployment.

Conclusion: The Volunteers Coalition agreement is an important, albeit symbolic, step towards the unity of Western democracies and joint defense against aggression. However, the viability of the proposed deployment is in doubt due to Putin's opposition and the internal challenges faced by the leaders. The threat facing Europe requires more integration and firm defense of common values.