On February 24, 2025, during a key summit in Kyiv marking three years since Russia's invasion, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the necessity for Europe to enhance its role in defense. This comes amid cooperative discussions with US President Donald Trump, who expressed a commitment to ending the conflict. Trump highlighted that the responsibility for security should fall more heavily on Europe, reflecting concerns about the long-term implications of the war. The EU recently announced sanctions against Russia, demonstrating ongoing efforts to address the crisis.
"It's time to end this bloodletting and restore peace. Our focus is on achieving a ceasefire and a lasting peace," said Trump after meeting with Macron.
Trump avoided condemning Russia, emphasizing that Europe must take on the security burden, stating, "the cost and burden of security must be borne by Europe and not the United States alone."
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