Why did European leaders hold an emergency meeting in Paris regarding Russia and Ukraine?

European leaders convened an emergency meeting in Paris to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict after feeling excluded from US negotiations with Russia. The meeting reflects growing frustration among European nations about being sidelined in diplomatic efforts concerning a conflict directly affecting European security interests. The urgency of this meeting underscores the escalating tensions and European leaders' desire to have a more significant voice in peace negotiations and strategic decisions regarding Ukraine. This development highlights the complex dynamics between European nations, the US, and Russia in addressing this critical geopolitical crisis.