USA fear that Europe will not be negotiated in the Ukraine conflict

astonishing statements from the USA

questionable historical comparisons

In a remarkable and less sincere attempt to twist recent European history, Vance accused his audience of betraying the values for which the allies had fought in the Second World War. He warned that the real danger is not from Moscow or Beijing, but from the European leadership itself. These words went beyond the concerns so far and questioned the moral foundations of the NATO alliance, instead of just the operational issues of financial participations that President Donald Trump previously employed.

concern about the American negotiating strategy

The words of the Vice President were not the only ones who triggered the alarm among Europeans. Another high -ranking American representative who spoke in Munich was the special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, who tried to encourage the conference participants by spoke of a tough course towards Russia.

the European perspective

The concern of Europeans is no longer just that the Americans are negotiating without them, but that they could also negotiate badly. An invitation for Ukrainian leaders on the discussions in Saudi Arabia may be on the road, but at the moment American and Russian negotiators are discussing the future of the 6 million Ukrainians who are currently living under Russian occupation, as well as a European security architecture that affects the people in Kiev, Paris and in every city.

Reality is that, like their American allies, European countries have weakened their own arsenals and health insurance companies for almost three years in the name of a struggle for freedom and democracy that they considered existentially when the Russian invasion began. This now seems to have been put aside in the name of political convenience and the pursuit of peace.

The search for security

Although peace remains the goal of the Europeans, they now fear the costs that this peace could bring, especially with regard to the price that Washington seems to pay and how short -lived this peace could be in the face of Putin's record.

That is why the meeting in Paris is important. The European leaders cannot actively participate in the conditions of a future peace agreement, but hope to find paths to give security guarantees for Kiev. However, the danger that she expects on her way to the French capital is that what combined the struggle for Ukraine three years ago could possibly split her once again considering the peace spirit on her eastern border. Especially at a time when many of them are faced with an increasingly encouraged and election -gaining European rights that feel closer to the new American leaders than them.

The reaction of the European leaders

At the same time, the European leaders are trying to leave a stable impression. The French Foreign Minister said on Sunday in a radio interview that such meetings were commonplace. President Macron also described the talks on Monday as a "informal meeting" for everyone who is interested in "peace and security in Europe".

Not only the presidents of the EU Council and the Commission are expected for the upcoming talks, but also the NATO general secretary as well as the leaders of Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland and Denmark. The British Prime Minister has also confirmed his participation and Downing Street describes it as a "unique opportunity" for national security.

Few among travelers to Paris had doubted that Trump was meant seriously the first time. However, it seems that he has now surrounded himself with people who know exactly what they do when it comes to undermining Europe and reducing NATO. It looks like they are no longer willing to fulfill Europe's wishes. This will not only make the meeting on Monday a discussion about how to help Ukraine, but also to a question of how to save Europe yourself.