Several sources indicate that European leaders are surprised and concerned by the Trump administration's recent actions regarding Ukraine, Russia and European defense.
European officials are "shocked and flat-footed" by Trump's moves. They fear they can no longer rely on U.S. military protection and that Trump will make a deal with Russia regarding Ukraine that disregards European interests.
Trump administration is sending mixed messages on foreign policy creating confusion in Europe.
There is a perception that the Trump administration is bypassing European allies to negotiate a deal with Russia potentially at Ukraine expense.
To discuss the situation France called an emergency meeting in Paris.
Trump has hinted that a possible meeting with Putin is probably imminent in Saudi Arabia.
There are worries that agreements that are essential to Ukraine survival would exclude it. According to Ukrainian President Zelensky his nation ought to be included in any conversations about its future.
United States appears to be reducing its role in Europe as it shifts its attention to its domestic concerns and the Asia-Pacific area. United States does not believe that Ukraine can join NATO or regain its whole borders.
In exchange for peace, Trump's team has made several important requests, including a significant cutback in financial and weapon shipments to Ukraine.
Many Russians are feeling hopeful as a result of the Trump-Putin conversation.
Situation remains fluid and it is unclear what the final outcome will be. But initial reactions from European leaders suggest a sense of unease and a need to reassess their own security strategies.
European officials are "shocked and flat-footed" by Trump's moves. They fear they can no longer rely on U.S. military protection and that Trump will make a deal with Russia regarding Ukraine that disregards European interests.
Trump administration is sending mixed messages on foreign policy creating confusion in Europe.
There is a perception that the Trump administration is bypassing European allies to negotiate a deal with Russia potentially at Ukraine expense.
To discuss the situation France called an emergency meeting in Paris.
Trump has hinted that a possible meeting with Putin is probably imminent in Saudi Arabia.
There are worries that agreements that are essential to Ukraine survival would exclude it. According to Ukrainian President Zelensky his nation ought to be included in any conversations about its future.
United States appears to be reducing its role in Europe as it shifts its attention to its domestic concerns and the Asia-Pacific area. United States does not believe that Ukraine can join NATO or regain its whole borders.
In exchange for peace, Trump's team has made several important requests, including a significant cutback in financial and weapon shipments to Ukraine.
Many Russians are feeling hopeful as a result of the Trump-Putin conversation.
Situation remains fluid and it is unclear what the final outcome will be. But initial reactions from European leaders suggest a sense of unease and a need to reassess their own security strategies.
