The Briefing US, European and Ukrainian leaders meet in Paris; Canada’s election heats up
Apr 17, 2025
Simon Bouvier, Monocle's Paris Bureau Chief, brings keen insights into a pivotal Paris meeting involving U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian leaders. They discuss urgent diplomatic challenges surrounding the ongoing Ukraine conflict and Iran's nuclear programs. Bouvier also highlights a Canadian political debate where Prime Minister Mark Carney confronts Trump, revealing the civil nature of recent political discourse amid shifting voter sentiments. The podcast also touches on cultural themes from Chile's vibrant music scene.
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Ukrainians Join Paris Talks
- The Paris meeting unexpectedly included Ukrainians, signaling European insistence on their participation in talks about Ukraine.
- Europeans aim to form a united front with Ukraine and the US to pressure Russia towards a peace deal.
Europe's Leverage on Ukraine Support
- Macron seeks to offer Ukraine security guarantees that the US refuses to provide.
- European cooperation is hoped to pull the US back into a united front to pressure Russia for peace.
US Eyes Iran Deal Revival
- US officials aim to revive an Iran nuclear deal similar to the JCPOA with European support.
- This is seen as the US's best foreign policy chance amid stalled Ukraine and Gaza conflicts.