Romanian president reaffirms support for Ukraine after Coalition of the Willing meeting

14 July 2026 President Nicușor Dan said Romania will continue to support Ukraine and regional security efforts, arguing that investing in Ukraine's defense is also an investment in Romania's own security. His remarks came after attending a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris on Monday, July 13, hosted by French leader Emmanuel Macron. In a Facebook post, Dan said discussions among coalition members reaffirmed the need for Europe and its partners to remain engaged in building a strong framework of security guarantees for Ukraine. “As we move forward with concrete actions and coordinated planning, our joint efforts must remain focused on achieving a ceasefire and, ultimately, a just, lasting and sustainable peace," the Romanian president said. He added that Romania would continu