How are European leaders involved in the Ukraine peace talks?

European leaders were notably absent from the recent US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia regarding Ukraine. While American officials engaged in discussions, they justified this by noting that not every country needs to be at the table for every talk. The situation reveals significant challenges in European coordination on Ukraine policy. In Paris, European leaders struggled to reach consensus on their strategy regarding a potential ceasefire and whether they would commit troops to support Ukraine's security. This disconnect highlights the complex dynamics between US diplomatic efforts and European involvement in resolving the Ukraine conflict.