The United Kingdom has denied reaching an agreement on a proposed partial truce in Ukraine, contradicting statements made by French President Emmanuel Macron. The announcement comes after Macron suggested that France and Britain had put forward a plan for a one-month ceasefire focusing on air, sea and energy infrastructure, but excluding ground combat.

On Monday, U.K. Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard stated that no agreement had been finalised on the terms of a truce. Speaking to Times Radio, he clarified, "No agreement has been made on what a truce looks like." He emphasised that Britain continues to work with France and European allies to explore pathways to a "lasting and durable peace" in Ukraine.

Adding to the uncertainty, a U.K. government official, speaking anonymously, dismissed any claim of an approved ceasefire. The official noted that various options remain under discussion with the U.S. and European partners but confirmed that "a one-month truce has not been agreed."

The controversy stems from an interview Macron gave to Le Figaro on Sunday, March 2, 2025, where he stated that London and Paris had jointly proposed a truce to ease hostilities in Ukraine’s airspace, maritime zones and critical energy infrastructure. He indicated that this arrangement would not immediately apply to ground combat.

Macron's comments followed a high-level summit in London, where U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted discussions on European security and Ukraine. The meeting included NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and leaders from France, Canada, and other European nations.

Despite differences over the ceasefire claims, Downing Street stressed the importance of ongoing diplomatic efforts. A government spokesperson stated, "As the PM said in his press conference, we need and want to progress with momentum, and are pleased today's summit has enabled discussions to move forward. Those discussions will continue at pace."

The situation highlights diverging perspectives among Western allies regarding a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. While France appears to advocate for a limited truce, the U.K. insists that discussions are still evolving, with no definitive agreement in place. As consultations with the U.S. and European partners continue, the future of the proposed ceasefire remains uncertain.