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What Trump’s shift to Putin means for Europe
Feb 20, 2025
Samir Puri, Director of Chatham House’s Centre for Global Governance and Security and author of 'Westlessness', discusses significant shifts in U.S. foreign policy under Trump regarding Russia and Ukraine. He highlights alarming remarks made at the Munich security conference that rattled European leaders. The conversation touches on the rise of far-right parties in Europe and the sidelining of Ukraine in critical peace talks. Puri also examines the broader implications of these shifts for Europe’s security responsibilities in an evolving geopolitical landscape.
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- Donald Trump's controversial claims about Ukraine's role in the war and criticism of Zelenskyy prompted urgent crisis talks among European leaders.
- The shift towards an Asia-focused foreign policy under Trump raises concerns about Europe's security reliance on the U.S. against Russian aggression.
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Shift in American Foreign Policy
Recent events indicate a significant shift in American foreign policy, highlighted by Donald Trump's declarations regarding Ukraine and Russia. Trump controversially suggested that Ukraine instigated the war and criticized its president, labeling him a dictator. This stance provoked a strong response from European leaders, leading to urgent talks in Paris aimed at reinforcing support for Ukraine against Russian aggression. The outcome of these discussions included renewed commitments from European countries to bolster their assistance for Ukraine, emphasizing that its sovereignty must be protected to prevent further threats from Russia.
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