Keir Starmer is set to join a European crisis summit to address the threat of Russia after the US excluded European leaders from peace talks with Vladimir Putin over the Ukraine war. French president Emmanuel Macron will host the meeting with Nato secretary general Mark Rutte, where discussions will include forming an “army of Europe” as suggested by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky. Starmer will convey the outcomes of this meeting to Washington DC the following week to discuss with president Donald Trump, emphasizing the importance of maintaining unity within the alliance to confront external threats.
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Macron and Merz: Europe must arm itself in an unstable world
As the NATO summit approaches, France and Germany reaffirm their commitment to countering Russian aggression, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine and increased military support, including enhanced defense spending. They aim to strengthen European defense capabilities, support Ukraine's sovereignty, and maintain unity among allies to address broader security challenges in a destabilized environment. Need More Context? 🔎
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