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Why Europe fears a Trump-Putin peace deal in Ukraine
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Europe reels after Trump announces US-Russia talks on Ukraine
Germany criticises US for making ‘public concessions to Putin before negotiations have even begun’Financial Times - Feb. 13 -
NATO Worries Grow That Europe Will Be Left Out of Talks to End War in Ukraine
President Trump has made it clear that he is pushing for an end to the war in Ukraine. The move has left Europe worried that it, and Ukraine, could be left out as he negotiates with Russia’s ...The New York Times - Feb. 13 -
Europe quietly works on a plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security
Increasingly alarmed that U.S. security priorities lie elsewhere, a group of European countries has been working on a plan to send troops to Ukraine to help enforce any future peace settlement with ...ABC News - 6d -
US demands Europe sets out arms and troops support for postwar Ukraine
Call comes as Emmanuel Macron plans Paris summit to discuss stepping up European support for KyivFinancial Times - 5d -
As the US walks away, Europe needs to step up for Ukraine. But does it have the will?
Russia is relying on strength of numbers, and Putin may not honour a peace deal. After three years of Russia’s attempt to occupy and annex Ukraine, the country continues to put up a fierce ...The Guardian - 4d -
Europe scrambles to respond as US and Russia prepare for Ukraine peace talks
France to host emergency meeting as Washington and Moscow start negotiationsFinancial Times - 4d -
Can Europe and UK persuade Trump they're relevant to Ukraine's future?
Europe's hastily convened security summit in Paris is proof of leaders' anxiety about their role in defending Ukraine, the BBC's Katya Adler writes.BBC News - 3d -
Left Out of Ukraine Talks, Europe Races to Organize a Response
The Trump administration’s push for direct negotiations with Russia without Ukraine’s involvement leaves the European allies with no clear role.The New York Times - 3d -
Europe at ‘turning point’ as leaders meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine crisis
Ursula von der Leyen urges ‘emergency mindset’ in response to US decision to enter bilateral talks with Russia. Europe live – latest updates Europe’s security is “at a turning point”, the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Why putting boots on the ground in Ukraine still divides Europe
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Ukraine and Europe made to sit outside as US and Russia sharpen their carving knives
In this back-to-the-future world, Russia is fully restored to the top table, while the US envoys outdo each other to praise Trump. Europe live – latest on Ukraine talks Ukraine was laid out on ...The Guardian - 2d -
Sidelined by Trump, Macron tries to rally Europe on Ukraine. But divisions run deep
European leaders were summoned by French President Emmanuel Macron in a high-profile display of European coordination on UkraineABC News - 2d -
As Trump detonates relationship with Ukraine, Europe has no fast answer
Even as the U.S. and Russia press ahead with peace talks that exclude Kyiv, Ukraine's European neighbors are struggling to unite around a shared response.NBC News - 1d -
Boris Johnson: Trump's Ukraine comments meant to 'shock' Europe into action
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said President Trump’s recent remarks about Ukraine are intended to “shock” Europe into action. “When are we Europeans going to stop being scandalized about ...The Hill - 1d -
Vance: If US survived Greta Thunberg, Europe 'can survive a few months of Elon Musk'
Vice President Vance on Friday chided European leaders for their criticism of Elon Musk wading into their elections, comparing Musk's actions to Swedish activist Greta Thunberg urging American ...The Hill - 6d -
Zelenskyy calls for European army as Germany hits back at US over Vance tirade – Europe live
‘Our army alone is not enough, we need your support,’ Ukraine’s president tells Munich security conference. JD Vance stuns Munich conference with blistering attack on Europe’s leaders ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump and Vance have smashed the old order – how should Europe respond? | Nathalie Tocci, Yanis Varoufakis and others
The vice-president’s attack on European values signalled a historic realignment. Should the continent seek rapprochement or go its own way? Continue reading...The Guardian - 2d -
In defence of the state
A complex society is best served by a competent, professional and neutral public serviceFinancial Times - 2d -
Vance to meet Zelenskyy amid concerns about US-Russia talks to end the war in Ukraine
Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference amid intense concern and uncertainty over the Trump administration’s foreign policyABC News - 6d -
Vance says Trump has ‘broad’ range of options in talks with Russia on Ukraine war
Vice President Vance in a new interview said President Trump has an “extremely broad” range of options, from economic tools to military tools, that he could use of leverage in talks with Russia to ...The Hill - 6d -
Ukraine says Russian drone hit Chernobyl power plant's shelter; Vance to meet with Zelenskyy
The radiation containment shelter at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant was struck Thursday night by a Russian drone, according to Ukraine. The U.N.'s energy watchdog says radiation levels have ...CBS News - 6d -
Vance doubles down on demand for NATO to boost defense spending, Hegseth defends Ukraine comments
Both Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are in Europe amid President Trump's announcement of potential U.S. negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. CBS News ...CBS News - 6d -
Vance, Rubio scramble to sell Trump's half-formed Ukraine peace plan: ANALYSIS
VP Vance and Secretary of State Rubio are meeting with Ukraine's Zelenskyy.ABC News - 6d -
Zelenskyy tells Vance Ukraine needs ‘security guarantees’ before any Putin talks
Ukrainian leader appears reassured after Munich bilateral, having feared he could be bounced into peace negotiations. Europe live – latest updates Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said during a meeting ...The Guardian - 6d -
Vance, Zelenskyy meet on ending Russia-Ukraine war amid admin's mixed messages
Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met on Friday in Munich discuss how to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war.ABC News - 6d -
What if Trump Just Ignores the Courts?
Quinta Jurecic discusses the constitutional crisis that the Trump administration could trigger.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
The US can’t afford to ignore Africa
If hundreds of millions of Africans grow up with fond views of the Chinese Communist Party or Putin’s brand of strongman politics, how can free-market democracy hope to compete?The Hill - 2d -
US says return to pre-2014 Ukraine borders ‘unrealistic’ and European security is no longer top priority – Europe live
US defence secretary Peter Hegseth issued the warning to allies at the Ukraine Defence Contact Group’s meeting in Brussels. Back to Budapest, where the Alternative für Deutschland’s co-leader ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
NATO allies warn Ukraine and Europe can't be left out of peace talks with Russia
NATO allies are warning that Ukraine and Europe must not be left out of any peace talks after President Trump's announcement that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to start ...CBS News - Feb. 13 -
Don’t trust Putin’s claim he is ready to end Ukraine war, says Zelenskyy – Europe live
Ukrainian president warns world leaders as he calls for united Ukrainian, EU and US position for peace talks. Poland’s Europe minister Adam Szłapka told Polish broadcaster TVN24 this morning ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Trump’s trade tariffs hit Europe as it reels from his Ukraine deal with Putin
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Without Europe a Russia-Ukraine peace deal wouldn't work, EU foreign policy chief says
If Europe is left out of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, a deal wouldn't work, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told CNBC at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.CNBC - 5d -
Europe must take a stand when it comes to Ukraine's future in NATO, foreign ministers say
Europe is confronting an "existential" moment in its history, foreign ministers told a CNBC-moderated panel at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.CNBC - 5d -
Europe tries to muscle up as US plots mediation to help end Russia's war in Ukraine
European leaders are taking steps to answer assertive U.S. efforts to end Russia’s war against UkraineABC News - 4d -
Europe clambers to form Ukraine plan as U.S. forges ahead with Russia on peace talks
Europe is vying for a say in fast-advancing Russia-Ukraine peace talks after the U.S. over the weekend exacerbated fears that Brussels would be absent from the high level negotiations.CNBC - 3d -
A jolt for Europe in Munich and a critical week ahead as US and Russia are set to meet on Ukraine
The future of Ukraine hangs in the balance as U.S. officials head to Saudi Arabia to begin direct negotiations with Moscow over ending the war, leaving Kyiv and its European allies scrambling to ...ABC News - 3d -
UK and Europe must step up over Ukraine, says ex-Army boss
Sir Nick Carter says "others are going to have to step up to the plate" if the US does not want to.BBC News - 8m -
US must provide ‘backstop’ to deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again, Starmer says after emergency Paris summit – Europe live
UK prime minister says future of Europe and Ukraine at stake after European leaders convene at emergency summit in Paris. Swedish prime minister Ulf Kristersson told Reuters that deploying ...The Guardian - 3d