Trump's wavering stance on the Ukraine war is causing confusion in Europe. France and Britain held a meeting in Paris to determine measures to ensure Ukraine's security guarantees and sovereignty.
World Update: The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has not only affected Ukraine's borders but has also caused upheaval in global politics. European countries are now in a state of confusion due to the inconsistent stance of American President Donald Trump. They are unsure about the direction to take in assisting Ukraine and providing future security guarantees.
The situation in the Ukraine war is constantly changing, and there is currently no hope for a solid ceasefire. In such a scenario, it has become an even bigger challenge for European countries to make their decisions quickly and cautiously.
Security issues raised at the European meeting
A meeting between the leaders of Britain and France was held in Paris on Thursday. The main objective of this meeting was to decide on a strategy for the post-war period. European countries discussed what military and diplomatic steps should be taken to deter Russia if it attacks again in the future.
In the meeting, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer clarified that the participation of the United States is essential for any military security guarantee provided to Ukraine. Meanwhile, Donald Trump only gave indications that the US might be involved but did not publicly reveal any clear strategy.
American stance and global confusion
America's wavering stance has become a cause for concern for European countries. Trump has neither taken steps to impose new sanctions on Russia nor called for a ceasefire. In this situation, European leaders are contemplating how to deter Russia after the war and how to ensure Ukraine's sovereignty.
If the United States does not provide a clear direction, European countries might have to bear the risks alone. For this very reason, Britain and France have started preparations to deploy their troops in Ukraine.
European preparations for deployment in Ukraine
Britain, France, and Estonia have clarified that they are prepared to deploy their troops in Ukraine to deal with any potential renewed aggression from Russia. Poland, on the other hand, has stated that it will not be involved in this mission. Poland's priority is to strengthen NATO's eastern security framework.
In this context, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer informed his European counterparts in March that at least 10,000 troops would be required to deter Russia. Considering troop rotations and rest periods, this number could reach up to 30,000. This indicates that Europe has formulated a comprehensive strategy regarding the seriousness of this conflict.
