Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron has called an emergency summit of European leaders to address concerns over Donald Trump’s efforts to control Ukraine peace talks.
European leaders fear exclusion from negotiations between the U.S. and Russia, as Trump’s envoy signals a limited role for Europe.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy urges the formation of a European army to counter potential U.S. disengagement.
European leaders warn Trump’s approach could undermine regional security, while the UK and Germany stress the need for long-term security guarantees for Ukraine.
You’re not wrong, though I’m not so sure about blaming “welfare teat-sucking”. EU right wingers in many countries have pushed hard for decades to slowly dismantle the welfare state, while also neglecting European security. The rich helped the rich get richer, and everyone else is paying the price. Clink clink.