

War party meets in Paris
20 snips Feb 18, 2025
A significant meeting in Paris sparks discussions on U.S.-Russia relations and the Ukraine crisis. European leaders express fears of U.S. disengagement, even sabotaging peace efforts to retain American support. The geopolitical landscape is further complicated by the Trump administration's interactions with Poland and the UK. The dynamics of the Five Eyes alliance play a crucial role in shaping political strategies. France's push for independence from U.S. influence contrasts with Britain's silence on the conflict, highlighting the complexities of European diplomacy.
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Macron's Alarm
- Macron convened a meeting after the Munich Security Conference, alarmed by signs of US-Russia rapprochement.
- These included J.D. Vance's speech, a Rubio-Lavrov phone call, and potential Trump-Putin meeting.
Starmer's Peacekeeping Proposal
- Keir Starmer's article suggests sending British troops to Ukraine as peacekeepers, contradicting Russian and American positions.
- This reveals European intentions to sabotage US-Russia negotiations and prolong the conflict.
European Fears
- European leaders fear US disengagement from Europe because it threatens their financial and political power.
- They depend on US involvement for influence and resources.