EU Prepared to Lead Support for Ukraine

Kaja Kallas, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, asserted that the European Union is prepared to assume leadership in military support for Ukraine if the United States withdraws its commitment. Speaking ahead of a meeting with allies in Ramstein, Germany, Kallas expressed confidence that the U.S. would maintain its support, emphasizing that it is not in America's interest for Russia to emerge as the dominant global power. Kallas highlighted the readiness of EU members to continue backing Ukraine and stressed the importance of solidarity among allies. Her statements reflect a shift from previous comments by former EU diplomat Josep Borrell, who suggested Europe could not fill the gap in support. As the political landscape shifts with the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump, Kallas remains optimistic about transatlantic cooperation.