To have a say in the end state of Russia’s war on Ukraine, which will impact Europe’s security order, Europeans must approach the Trump administration with concrete ideas and commitments. The proposal should include increased military support for Kyiv and Western boots on the ground.
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A coordinated multilateral response will be more effective than a national one.
It must work together to prevent the worst for Ukraine, NATO, and the European project.
European officials have long stressed the need for the continent to take charge of its own security and end geopolitical outsourcing to the United States. But does Europe have the means—and the will—to finally reduce its dependence on Washington?
Despite lofty declarations of support, Ukraine’s main backers are increasingly focused on laying the groundwork for Kyiv’s negotiations with Moscow. Instead of ensuring sustainable security in Europe, the compromises under discussion would embolden Russia and China.
The best option already has a successful playbook from 2013.
The Lebanese Armed Forces have a critical role to play in bringing peace and stability to the Middle East. By scaling up assistance for the army, Europeans can effect change on the ground and make Lebanon a proof of concept for geopolitical Europe.
