European leaders at the White House: A turning point – or a fleeting show of resolve?

Studio Europa Maastricht

As the world held its breath during Friday night’s meeting at the White House between American President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy backed by European leaders, questions remain about whether Europe has what it takes to put pressure on both the U.S. and Russia to secure the best possible deal for Ukraine.

Studio Europa Maastricht spoke about it with Giselle Bosse, professor of European Union External Democracy Support at Maastricht University. Europe has already done a lot, she argues, but is it enough to secure Ukraine’s position at the negotiating table? At stake is not only Ukraine’s survival, but also the credibility of the European project, Bosse explains. Read why in her expert commentary.

 

 Read the full article on the website of Studio Europa Maastricht.

European leaders at the White House

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