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European leaders warn against Ukraine ceasefire without Russian peace deal

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy warns that ‘fragile ceasefire’ with Russia would be a ‘prelude’ to another war launched by Moscow.

Al Jazeera · Feb 18, 2025

European Allies Step Up Efforts For Peace In Ukraine

European allies, led by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, prioritize involving Ukraine in peace talks with Russia for stability in the region.

NATO Secretary General Meets US Envoy To Discuss Ukraine Conflict

NATO Secretary General and US envoy discuss Ukraine conflict resolution, emphasizing collective efforts for peace.

PM says Europe must ‘step up capability’ as he attends Ukraine talks in Paris

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Paris for Ukraine talks with European leaders

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

John Major accuses US of ‘cuddling’ up to Putin and condemns JD Vance’s Munich speech – as it happened

Trump officials planning talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia with European leaders set to gather in Paris for emergency Ukraine summit

The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2025

Starmer to join European crisis talks after Trump’s push for Ukraine deal

Sir Keir Starmer will meet with European leaders at a summit on Monday before talks with Donald Trump in Washington

Evening Standard · Feb 15, 2025

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Zelensky calls for ‘army of Europe’ because US might refuse to defend continent

Volodymyr Zelensky said: ‘We can’t rule out the possibility that America might say no to Europe on issues that threaten it.’

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2025

Volodymyr Zelensky tells JD Vance Ukraine wants 'security guarantees' before talks to end war

Donald Trump this week upended years of steadfast US support for Ukraine following a phone call with Vladimir Putin in which he said peace talks should start ‘immediately’

Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2025

NATO Secretary General Addresses US Vice President's Controversial Speech

NATO Secretary General Rutte praises US VP Vance's speech on US-Europe unity and defense spending concerns in Munich.

Zelensky Says Ukraine Wants 'Security Guarantees' Before Engaging in Talks About Ending War

While meeting with Vice President JD Vance, Zelensky reiterated his desire to only meet in-person with Vladimir Putin after a common plan is negotiated with President Trump

Latin Times · Feb 14, 2025

European fears mount at Munich conference as US signals shift on Ukraine

The Munich Security Conference, long a symbol of transatlantic unity, has become a stage for European unease as shifting US foreign policy fuels uncertainty. Vice President JD Vance renewed calls for increased European defense spending, while questions persist over Washington’s commitment to Ukraine and the broader future of NATO.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 14, 2025

FRIDAY PM: European fears mount at Munich conference as US signals shift on Ukraine

The Munich Security Conference, long a symbol of transatlantic unity, has become a stage for European unease as shifting U.S. foreign policy fuels uncertainty. Vice President JD Vance renewed calls for increased European defense spending, while questions persist over Washington’s commitment to Ukraine and the broader future of NATO.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 14, 2025

Vance uses speech before security conference to deride Europe for squelching free speech

Vice President JD Vance used his speech before the Munich Security Conference to deride Europe for squelching free speech

The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2025

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US Defense Secretary Prioritizes Ending War In Ukraine At NATO Meeting

US Defense Secretary Hegseth addresses Ukraine war at NATO meeting, discussing negotiations and defense spending.

NATO Urges Member States To Increase Defense Spending

NATO members commit to increased defense spending and production to enhance readiness and adapt to evolving security challenges.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

NATO is in disarray after the US announces that its security priorities lie elsewhere

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech on Ukraine this week has thrown NATO into disarray

International Business Times · Feb 13, 2025

In NATO, The Closer To Russia, The More Spent On Defence

While NATO countries living near the Russian border pay well over two percent of their GDP on defence, those further away pay less.

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NATO Secretary General Urges Stronger Support For Ukraine

US and European nations urged to increase support for Ukraine and work towards a lasting peace agreement with Russia.

International Business Times · Feb 13, 2025

US Denies Trump Peace Push A 'Betrayal' Of Ukraine

Donald Trump's defence chief denied Thursday the US president was betraying Ukraine by opening talks with Russia's Vladimir Putin, as blindsided European powers insisted they and Kyiv must have a seat at the table.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 13, 2025

Nato chief Rutte insists Trump and Putin peace plan must include Ukraine

Nato chief Mark Rutte, the head of the 32-nation defence bloc Nato, on Thursday insisted that Ukraine must be closely involved in any peace talks.

International Business Times · Feb 12, 2025

Trump's New Defence Chief To Pressure Allies On First NATO Visit

New US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth arrives for his first meetings at NATO headquarters Wednesday looking to push European nations over support for Ukraine and ramping up military spending.

Ukraine Considers Nuclear Weapons Amid NATO Membership Uncertainty

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's consideration of nuclear weapons, NATO's support for Ukraine, and Lt. Gen. Kellogg's efforts to address the conflict at the...

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2025

Starmer leaves Brussels with a tariff-free Trump sycophancy surplus

PM and Nato’s secretary general were in perfect agreement that the orange manchild is a sensible, super-smart genius

Al Jazeera · Feb 3, 2025

NATO chief says European defence without US ‘will not work’

Mark Rutte says trade tensions under Trump will not affect NATO’s deterrence, stressing unity in military alliance.

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