European Leaders Rally Behind Ukraine Amid U.S. Rift
• German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirmed Ukraine can “rely on Germany and Europe” for a just peace.
• Estonian PM Kaja Kallas called for stepping up support for Ukraine and declared, “The free world needs a new leader.”
• Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán, in contrast, praised Trump for “bravely standing for peace,” echoing his past pro-Russian stance.
• Canadian PM Justin Trudeau reiterated Ukraine’s fight for democracy and sovereignty while pledging continued support.
• Austria, Finland, and Italy also voiced strong backing for Kyiv, emphasizing European unity.
• European Council President António Costa spoke with Zelenskyy following his tense White House meeting with Trump.
Key Takeaways:
• Europe is signaling its intent to lead on Ukraine, amid U.S. uncertainty under Trump.
• Orbán remains the major EU outlier, aligning himself with Trump’s stance on negotiations.
• Ukraine’s future support increasingly hinges on European unity, as tensions rise between Washington and Kyiv.
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