Summary
European leaders met in Paris to address concerns over U.S. policy on Ukraine after Trump’s administration signaled a shift toward engaging Russia while sidelining allies.
Trump’s special envoy ruled out European involvement in Ukraine peace talks, prompting fears about NATO’s future.
Leaders, including Macron and Scholz, discussed boosting EU defense spending and potential security guarantees for Ukraine.
The arrogance here is palpable, but let’s dissect this with precision.
First, your “inform yourself” opener reeks of condescension without substance. European NATO members surpassing the U.S. in aid? That’s not leadership; it’s desperation. They’re scrambling to patch the holes left by decades of underfunding and reliance on Uncle Sam. A belated effort doesn’t rewrite history.
Biden’s “caution” is a laughable mischaracterization. His administration has greenlit billions in weapons and aid while pretending to tiptoe around escalation. It’s performative restraint masking reckless interventionism.
Trump blocking aid? Convenient scapegoating. His actions were transactional, yes, but they exposed the rot in a system that Biden now doubles down on with no plan for sustainability.
Zelensky turning to Europe or China? Fantasy. Europe is barely afloat, and China won’t bankroll a proxy war against its ally.
Next time you play the role of geopolitical sage, try aiming higher than parroting talking points. Or better yet, take your own advice—inform yourself. Start with a mirror.