Ukraine – Conversation between the Minister and his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha (December 1, 2025)

Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot spoke with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha, on December 1 as France begins a cultural season devoted to Ukraine.

The Minister reaffirmed France’s determination to stand with Ukraine and to support it until a just and lasting peace is signed. The two ministers reiterated their support for U.S. efforts to end the war. They emphasized that any solution must fully involve Ukraine, preserve Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, comply with the principles of the U.N. Charter and guarantee Ukraine’s long-term security. They also stressed that France and Europe must be involved in negotiations on parameters that directly affect European security.