Geopolitical Maneuvers: Trump, Putin, and Ukraine

This chapter explores the geopolitical ramifications of a potential Trump-Putin meeting post-inauguration and Europe's approach to the Ukraine conflict. It highlights the strategic exclusion of the EU from critical discussions, the complexities of European military involvement, and the intricate balance between U.S. support and NATO commitments. The analysis critiques the contradictory defensive strategies of European nations amid economic challenges and the perceived threat from Russia.