European countries have different attitudes toward Russia's military action in Ukraine; a French diplomat openly stated that they are unwilling to sacrifice for Ukraine.

Gérard Araud, a French diplomat, said in an interview with a television station that today's European society is not yet ready to die for Ukraine, and this applies even to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, despite the NATO collective defense clause, which Putin is very clear about.

Regarding sending troops to Ukraine, France and the UK are relatively active (France may have the intention of integrating European military forces at this opportunity), but Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and other countries clearly oppose or have a passive attitude. Germany emphasizes the need for parliamentary authorization, and more than half of the domestic population opposes sending troops. European countries have different priorities and interests regarding the Ukraine issue. For example, Eastern European countries are more concerned about deterrence, while Western European countries may be more concerned about energy and economic ties. Moreover, Russia has clearly warned that NATO forces entering Ukraine will be considered legitimate targets for attack. If Europe sends troops, it could trigger a larger-scale conflict or even a world war.

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