Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Ukraine: Europe's Crucial Defense Against Russian Aggression

12/14/2025

38 4

Summary

Story summary

In the New York Times, Anna Wieslander, Director for Northern Europe, says Ukraine is Europe's first line of defense against Russia.
She urges using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine and warns Europe must take risks now to avoid higher costs later.
In a Swedish Radio podcast, Wieslander says Europe is vital to the United States but cannot assume NATO responsibilities by 2027.

1 of 1

Story summary

In the New York Times, Anna Wieslander, Director for Northern Europe, says Ukraine is Europe's first line of defense against Russia.
She urges using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine and warns Europe must take risks now to avoid higher costs later.
In a Swedish Radio podcast, Wieslander says Europe is vital to the United States but cannot assume NATO responsibilities by 2027.