February 17, 2025 at 07:19PM
, Or about Europe without euro UK PM Starmer:
Future of Ukraine is an existential issue for Europe
It is pressing that they now share the burden.
Europe must play its role
There must be a US backstop
He concludes by saying it is the only way to deter Russia.
Meanwhlle Danish PM says:
We must ramp up military preparedness
Must avoid spread of Ukraine war to more countries
When asked about troop deployments in Ukraine, says we are open to discussing many things that still need to be clarified
I see no signs that the Russians want peace.
Need discussion in EU about fiscal rules..
This was an informal meeting not for decision-making.
Russia is threatening all of Europe now, unfortunately
A fast cease-fire can give Russia the chance to mobilize again and attack Ukraine or another country in Europe
Polish PM Tusk says
All participants in meeting on Ukraine at similar opinions to Poland on key issues.
Realize that transatlantic relations are in a new stage.
European partners realize time is come for greater European defense capabilities and spending.
Spending on defense will not be considered in excessive deficit procedure
Europe and US should collaborate closely.
There should be no discussions about Ukraine without Ukraine, or about Europe without Europe.
There are billions of euros in EU that can be mobilized for defense.
The comment that it is time to “realize that transatlantic relations are in a new stage” is key change in mindset.
How does the EU want to address it?
Do they want Trump to say to Ukraine, you owe us $500B, or Russia can do what it wants? Or is there a grander plan that is devised, that satisfies Trump, takes back control of the EU, has EU take responsibility with the so-called backstop of the US to either bring Russia in line voluntarily or involuntarily by threat?
I don’t how that looks but the wheels are in motion.
This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.
