Hey everyone! 🚀 As Trump and Putin prep for a big face-off in Alaska, European heavyweights are making it clear: Ukraine’s safety can’t be an afterthought. Here's what went down:
- Constructive vibes: Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff sat down with Putin for a three-hour chat—both sides called it "constructive."
- Allies convene: U.S. VP J.D. Vance, the UK’s Foreign Secretary David Lammy, reps from Ukraine and Euro allies met at Chevening House (hello, countryside vibes 🌳) to back Trump’s peace push.
- Joint statement: Leaders from France, Italy, Germany, Poland, the UK, Finland, plus the European Commission, cheered on the peace talks but stressed one thing—keep up the support for Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.
- Key demand: Any deal must include "robust and credible security guarantees" so Ukraine can defend its sovereignty and borders. Basically, no cutting corners on defense.
- Red lines: They reaffirmed that international borders shouldn’t be redrawn by force, and that the current line of contact is the starting point for negotiations.
Why it matters: This isn’t just global politics—it’s about tech, social media, and how we, the digital generation, amplify voices. From live tweets to TikTok explainers, you folks are our eyes and ears on the ground 🌐. Plus, a stable Europe means a more stable world, affecting everything from gaming servers to startup funding across Asia.
So, next time you’re refreshing your feed, look out for updates on #UkrainePeace and #GlobalDiplomacy. Hopefully, this chapter ends with more peace and fewer power plays. 🤞🕊️
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Europe stresses need to protect Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin talks
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