Concern in Europe: Trump to forge a security order with Russia

European capitals have expressed concern over the American intention to forge a new security framework for the continent with Russia, as part of a future agreement to end the war in Ukraine. The concern arose after Trump's meeting with the Kremlin envoy. European governments oppose this and warn against a Russian attempt to reestablish a sphere of influence.

European capitals have expressed concern over the American intention to forge a new security framework for the continent with Russia, as part of a future agreement to end the war in Ukraine, according to the Financial Times. The concern arose after U.S. President Donald Trump met with Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev and said the agreement could include all of Europe. His son-in-law Jared Kushner added that the U.S. seeks to forge practical arrangements that address the security concerns of all parties. European governments oppose the talks on Ukraine turning into a discussion on a new security architecture and fear Russia will try to reestablish its sphere of influence. A European official described Kushner's announcement as a 'complete surprise.' Kyiv demands to be part of the discussion, and Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized that security guarantees for Russia require European involvement. The talks are taking place ahead of meetings in Abu Dhabi next week. In the background, territorial disputes remain: Putin demands that Ukraine hand over the remaining territories in Donbas.