Duncan Smith (Dublin Fingal East, Labour)
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78. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to provide an update from her meeting with the EU Foreign Affairs Council in regard to any Ukraine peace plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [66300/25]

Ruairí Ó Murchú (Louth, Sinn Fein)
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94. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to provide an update on the involvement her Department has had regarding the Ukrainian peace talks; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [66659/25]

Sinéad Gibney (Dublin Rathdown, Social Democrats)
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95. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade whether her Department has engaged diplomatically with the United States and other relevant parties to advocate and ensure the inclusion of the Ukrainian government in any ceasefire or peace negotiations for Ukraine; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [66728/25]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 78, 94 and 95 together.

At this critical juncture for Ukraine, after almost 4 years of brutal Russian aggression, I want to emphasise Ireland’s unequivocal and continuing support and solidarity with Ukraine.

I am deeply concerned about the worsening situation on the ground in Ukraine. Russia’s continuing attacks targeting civilian areas and the devastating loss of life this week are harrowing. Russia’s actions are not those of a country seeking peace.

I attended the meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council on 20 November where Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Sybiha spoke about recent Russian attacks against Ukraine. I also attended by video conference a further meeting of the Council on 26 November.

I welcome President Trump's efforts for peace, his commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty, and his willingness to provide substantial security guarantees for Ukraine

It is more important than ever that Europe and the United States continue to work together to achieve this. This is in our joint interest.

The emerging US proposals as well as plans for further negotiations represent a step forward.

It is crucial that any agreement upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity based on respect for the principles of the UN Charter and for international law. The fundamental principle that borders cannot be changed by force must be upheld.

Any agreement must also protect Ukraine and Europe’s vital security. That means strong, credible guarantees that ensure Ukraine can defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity to avoid a repetition of the past.

This is not just vital for Ukraine - it is also vital for the European Union and all its Member States, including Ireland.

The Taoiseach and I remain in close contact with our European and Ukrainian partners. The Taoiseach took part in a meeting the European Council on 24 November and attended a meeting of the leaders of the “Coalition of the Willing” on 25 November.

We remain steadfast in our support for a just and lasting peace and security for the people of Ukraine throughout the period ahead.