President Trump agreed to provide U.S. military support for a European force aimed at securing peace in Ukraine, potentially enhancing the operation's success and the nation's security. This support was discussed in a call with European leaders before Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. U.S. airpower's deterrent effect is considered vital, as European forces lack sufficient military equipment. While the Trump administration remains cautious and may use this leverage in negotiations with Russia, European leaders underscored the U.S.'s crucial role in this Multinational Force Ukraine operation.
European leaders have praised President Donald Trump for agreeing to allow U.S. military support for a force they are mustering to police any future peace in Ukraine, improving the chances of success for the operation pivotal for the country's security.
The effectiveness of the operation hinges on the deterrent effect of U.S. airpower or military equipment that European forces lack or possess only in short supply, crucial to help dissuade Russian troops.
EU leaders emphasized the United States as "crucial" to the success of the security operation dubbed Multinational Force Ukraine, with the Trump administration hesitant to fully commit until leveraging negotiations with Russia.
Antonio Costa welcomed "the readiness of the United States to share with Europe the efforts to reinforce security conditions once we obtain a durable and just peace for Ukraine," emphasizing collaboration between the U.S. and Europe.
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