Today, April 4th, a military delegation from European nations is arriving in Ukraine to explore military support options. This initiative aims to assess potential military assistance.

RBC-Ukraine reports on what to expect from this visit and other important issues that will be discussed during the meeting.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a select group of representatives, including France and the United Kingdom, will be arriving in Kyiv.

French President Emmanuel Macron, who initiated this mission, stated that the focus is on supportive forces that could be deployed following peace negotiations.

Macron also emphasized that these forces should not replace peacekeeping missions or a strong Ukrainian army, but rather ensure a long-term presence to deter aggression from Russia.

Zelensky highlighted that discussions will include not just the presence of troops but also the future development of the Ukrainian armed forces in the context of European security.

The delegation is also expected to outline what the future Ukrainian Armed Forces should look like in terms of their parameters and capabilities.

The discussions about the mission have been ongoing for several months, and the final format remains uncertain.

The necessity of achieving a ceasefire is critically important for the deployment of military contingents.

Technical and logistical issues are also being discussed, including potential air support and training of military units in Ukraine.

This visit is also linked to increasing support for Ukraine amid the escalation of military actions.

The ability of the U.S. to influence Russia to achieve peace remains a key factor in this situation.