France International Radio reported today (August 18): "Macron: European leaders will ask Washington to what extent it is prepared to contribute to the security guarantees provided to Ukraine in the peace agreement."
[Witty] Comment: From the latest photo released by Macron (Figure 1), it seems his greatest strength is just showing off. Europe constantly talks about strategic autonomy, but in reality, it is strong on the outside but weak inside. The differences between France and Germany are hard to reconcile, defense spending is insufficient, and security relies on NATO. Technology and finance are also deeply dependent on the United States. In the Russia-Ukraine conflict, "America First" has left Europe marginalized. European leaders like Macron want the U.S. to help with security guarantees for Ukraine, but a Trump-style government is unlikely to easily comply. The fate of Europe as a "pawn" remains unchanged, and strategic autonomy is nothing more than a soap bubble that bursts at the slightest touch.
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