Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Jacques Baud: Europe Panics as U.S. Pulls Back From Ukraine War
Sep 28, 2025
Colonel Jacques Baud, a former Swiss military intelligence analyst and author, discusses the mounting panic in Europe as U.S. support for Ukraine wavers. He explores how Trump's ambiguous stance exacerbates European anxiety and reveals the dependency of Eastern EU states on U.S. assistance. Baud critiques the narrative-driven policies that neglect sober intelligence, risking further escalation. He traces the origins of current tensions back to 2014, emphasizing how political motivations overshadow factual understanding.
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US Withdrawal Driven By Cost And Priorities
- The US is pragmatically reducing its financial and military burden in Europe because Ukraine offers little return on investment.
- Trump frames withdrawal as fiscal realism and focus on larger rivals like China.
Eastern Europe’s Financial Dependence
- Eastern European states rely heavily on EU and US funding for economies and defense.
- Many donor-recipient dynamics force these countries into policies they cannot financially sustain.
Inflating Incidents To Retain US Support
- European leaders exaggerate incidents to keep US presence and funding in Europe.
- Small drone and airspace events are being publicized to pressure Washington to remain involved.