Trump shifts U.S. policy on Ukraine as Europe struggles to respond

The Trump administration has shifted U.S. policy on Ukraine, excluding Kyiv from peace talks with Russia. European leaders are struggling to respond cohesively, with French President Macron hosting emergency discussions amid concerns over the new U.S. approach. European leaders are alarmed by the U.S. decision to negotiate directly with Russia, which has weakened their influence. The lack of strong leadership in the EU complicates their ability to form a united front in response to these developments. Discussions among European leaders focus on potential security guarantees for Ukraine. The U.K. is considering troop deployment, but leaders emphasize that a U.S. security guarantee is essential to deter Russia effectively.