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On Monday, leaders from several major European nations convened in Paris with the goal of developing a cohesive security strategy. This meeting took place as representatives from President Trump’s administration prepared for discussions with Russia about the possibility of concluding the conflict in Ukraine without their involvement.
This urgent gathering in Paris was organized swiftly following last week’s visit by Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which raised concerns among European officials about the new administration’s tone and potential implications for the region.
European leaders expressed dismay over the bluntness of Vance’s critical address at the Munich conference. He denounced Europe’s exclusion of far-right groups from governance and alarmingly announced American plans to initiate peace discussions with Russia in Saudi Arabia, beginning Tuesday, all while omitting the participation of Ukrainian and European representatives.
The recent interactions with the new U.S. officials have incited worry that the United States may be considering reducing its military presence in Europe. Defense Secretary Hegseth suggested in Brussels that this drawdown could proceed on a schedule that leaves Europe vulnerable to Russian aggression, raising fears that Trump might strike a deal with Putin, sidelining the interests of Ukrainians and Europeans.
