European leaders rallied behind Zelensky in the aftermath of a turbulent Oval Office meeting on Friday, during which Trump urged Zelensky to negotiate with Russia and criticized him for insufficient gratitude towards American military support. Following the clash, multiple heads of state took to social media to endorse Ukraine’s efforts, with French President Emmanuel Macron underscoring the importance of recognizing Russia as the aggressor, while various other European leaders cheered for ongoing solidarity.

Zelensky, who is headed to London for a summit with Prime Minister Starmer, pointedly thanked each leader who supported him on social platforms. He emphasized the significance of Ukraine being acknowledged globally and expressed the need for continued support during and after the ongoing conflict.

A notable disagreement arose from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who praised Trump’s stance, commenting, “Strong men make peace, weak men make war.” Despite this divergence, many European heads of state reiterated their commitment to Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a just peace that truly represents the interests of the Ukrainian people.

As leaders prepare for the summit in London, the stakes are high for establishing a durable peace framework, incorporating essential support mechanisms from the United States to deter further Russian aggression.

Live updates will follow as the situation evolves during the summit and beyond.