France and Britain Lead Washington Push to Save Ukraine
The leaders of France and Britain are making dual visits to Washington this week as part of European efforts to persuade President Donald Trump not to abandon Ukraine in pursuit of a peace deal. The two nations aim to present a united front and convince the U.S. to maintain its support for Kyiv, emphasizing the importance of Ukraine's sovereignty in any negotiations. Macron and Starmer have stressed that Ukraine must be at the table for talks on its future, with both leaders ready to address Trump's concerns about defense spending.
- The diplomatic maneuvering between Macron, Starmer, and Trump highlights the complexities of navigating international relationships, where small shifts in rhetoric can significantly impact global alliances.
- Will the efforts of these European leaders be enough to sway Trump's stance on Ukraine, or will the U.S. continue to walk a fine line between supporting Kyiv and pursuing its own interests?