Jared Kushner’s European security plan isn’t convincing Europe
Capitals fear a U.S. effort to overhaul the continent's security arrangements could exclude allies and favor Russia.
Europe is once again expressing doubt about a proposed new security arrangement with Russia, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, emphasized that the continent already has its own security architecture with NATO and the EU playing their roles.
She stressed the need to integrate Ukraine into this framework, warning that Russia frequently violates the treaties that form its foundation. The latest U.S. proposal highlights growing concern over Trump's shifting relations with Russia as he escalates pressure on Ukraine and attempts to revive stalled peace talks. Twelve NATO diplomats, EU envoys, and European officials, speaking on the condition of anonymity, were critical of the plan.
They argued that the U.S. has not briefed NATO allies in advance, and many remain skeptical. The U.S. has outlined five goals for the proposed arrangement, including regular security consultations and military transparency, but European officials believe the initiative could legitimize Moscow's arguments and undermine Ukraine's peace talks.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's top adviser, Björn Seibert, briefed EU ambassadors, expressing willingness to engage with Kyiv and Europe, but with little confidence in Russia. The group around Trump appears to underestimate the significance of the conflict for Europe, and many fear the U.S. may tie the initiative to troop withdrawal reviews.
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