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Europe Urged to Engage Putin Amid Ukraine Support Challenges

12/19/2025

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Europe must engage directly with Vladimir Putin if U.S.-led peace efforts for Ukraine fail, seeking robust peace or a transparent dialogue.
EU leaders agreed to fund Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, avoiding reliance on frozen Russian assets.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned of growing fatigue, noting Putin seeks to exploit it to create uncertainty.
Together, the remarks show Europe balancing diplomacy, Ukraine support, and resilience against Moscow's ambitions.

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Europe must engage directly with Vladimir Putin if U.S.-led peace efforts for Ukraine fail, seeking robust peace or a transparent dialogue.
EU leaders agreed to fund Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, avoiding reliance on frozen Russian assets.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned of growing fatigue, noting Putin seeks to exploit it to create uncertainty.
Together, the remarks show Europe balancing diplomacy, Ukraine support, and resilience against Moscow's ambitions.