The Monocle Daily A show of unity between Europe and Ukraine
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Dec 8, 2025 Latika Burke, a writer at large for The Nightly, and Philippe Malier, a political professor at UCL, dive deep into European security and the situation in Ukraine. They discuss the recent coalition summit and how Europe feels abandoned by the US amid changing defense policies. Burke shares her encounter with Donald Trump regarding the war in Ukraine, while Malier highlights the need for Europe to consider independent defense mechanisms. They also reflect on Syria's post-Assad landscape and the pursuit of justice for past crimes.
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Pressroom Moment With Trump
- Latika recalled being patronised by Donald Trump during a press encounter about Ukraine.
- She described the moment as a staged TV-director performance by the president.
Europe Faces A New Strategic Reality
- Europe is waking up to the reality that the US may no longer be a reliable security partner.
- That is driving serious discussion in Brussels and national capitals about European strategic autonomy.
A European Bloc Is Re-Forming
- A clear bloc of pro-Ukraine European leaders is forming outside full US control, involving the UK, France and Germany.
- This restoration of pre-Brexit-style cooperation may define Europe's defence posture going forward.