The spotlight is on Alaska ⚡: President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin are set to meet, and Europe is making its voice heard loud and clear…protect Ukraine first! 🕊️
On Wednesday, Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff met with President Putin in a three-hour session that both sides called "constructive." Just days later, US Vice President JD Vance sat down with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, Ukraine reps, and European allies at Chevening House, the historic country mansion southeast of London, to push for a peace roadmap.
A powerhouse joint statement from the leaders of France, Italy, Germany, Poland, the UK, Finland, and the European Commission emphasized:
- "A diplomatic solution must protect Ukraine's and Europe's vital security interests." 🛡️
- "Robust and credible security guarantees are essential for Ukraine to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity."
- "The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine." 💬
- International borders must not be changed by force; the current line of contact is the only starting point for talks.
With tensions high, Europe's united front sends a clear signal: any peace process needs strong protections for Ukraine and respect for international law. Stay tuned as the Trump-Putin summit unfolds! 🌐
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Europe stresses need to protect Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin talks
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