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EU Urges US to Share Ukraine Support Burden

7/16/2025

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EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas urged the US to "share the burden" of supporting Ukraine after President Trump called for Europe to buy American arms. While EU nations appreciated the US's firmer approach to Russia, Slovakia's dissent stalled new sanctions. Despite this setback, Kallas remains hopeful for future cooperation.

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EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas urged the US to "share the burden" of supporting Ukraine after President Trump called for Europe to buy American arms. While EU nations appreciated the US's firmer approach to Russia, Slovakia's dissent stalled new sanctions. Despite this setback, Kallas remains hopeful for future cooperation.