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EU Faces Betrayal as Trump Withdraws US Support in Ukraine War

5/21/2025

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Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, the European Union grapples with a sense of betrayal as President Trump pulls US support, labeling the conflict a "European situation." European leaders are left reeling, urgently exploring new tariffs on Russia, as they confront the daunting reality of navigating this escalating crisis without American backing.

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Story summary

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, the European Union grapples with a sense of betrayal as President Trump pulls US support, labeling the conflict a "European situation." European leaders are left reeling, urgently exploring new tariffs on Russia, as they confront the daunting reality of navigating this escalating crisis without American backing.