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Europe's Leaders Form Comprehensive Support Force for Ukraine

4/25/2025

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European leaders are gearing up to establish a "reassurance force" for Ukraine, expanding from land-based strategies to a comprehensive operation that includes air and maritime support. This initiative seeks to bolster NATO unity against Russian threats, yet it grapples with hurdles like reliance on US backing and the looming specter of Russian retaliation.

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European leaders are gearing up to establish a "reassurance force" for Ukraine, expanding from land-based strategies to a comprehensive operation that includes air and maritime support. This initiative seeks to bolster NATO unity against Russian threats, yet it grapples with hurdles like reliance on US backing and the looming specter of Russian retaliation.