Europeans Seek Role in Ukraine Peace Talks Amid US Uncertainty

What happened

French, German, and British diplomats are developing their own format for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, aiming to secure a role and avoid being excluded by US President Donald Trump’s administration. Paris and Berlin are leading the effort, while London participates cautiously due to concerns about damaging relations with Washington.

Why it matters

European officials stated that the resolution of the war in Ukraine and future relations with Russia are critical security issues for Europe, precluding total reliance on the United States, which they perceive as increasingly unpredictable.