European leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine following a contentious Oval Office meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump on February 28, 2025 [1].

The meeting ended abruptly after Vice President JD Vance questioned Zelenskyy's gratitude for U.S. support, leading Trump to cancel the signing of a planned minerals deal. The Ukrainian delegation was subsequently asked to leave the White House [1].

In response, multiple European leaders issued statements of support for Ukraine. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed Zelenskyy directly, stating 'your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone' [1].

Italy's Premier Giorgia Meloni called for 'an immediate summit' between the United States and European allies to address challenges regarding Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of Western unity, noting that 'every division of the West makes us all weaker' [1].

A major summit is scheduled for Sunday in London, hosted by U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, where more than a dozen European and EU leaders, including Zelenskyy, will discuss Ukraine and security matters [1].

Following the White House meeting, Zelenskyy held supportive conversations with French President Emmanuel Macron, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, and President of the European Council Antonio Costa, according to a senior Ukrainian official [1].