Europe: EU to lead talks on support for Ukraine with US, Nato and partners
Brussels takes on coordination
The European Commission will hold talks with the US, France, Germany, Britain, Nato and the World Bank. The discussions concern the next round of assistance for Ukraine. Witkoff said US negotiators would meet European partners in Brussels. The meeting places the city at the center of the planned discussions.
Midterms draw European attention
The political focus in the US remained strong as Brussels prepared for the Ukraine talks. European responses to the midterm elections were also expected. Some politicians might opt not to comment publicly, amid concern about provoking Donald Trump. The account said some could be quietly relieved or amused by the election results.
Sánchez comments on US vote
Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, praised what he described as a progressive response in the US. He linked it to political developments in Brazil and Spain. Sánchez wrote on X that Americans had voted against policies he said cause impoverishment, hate, sexism, climate denialism and advantages for elites. He added that a similar development would soon happen in Spain.
Key points
- The European Commission is to discuss Ukraine support with the US, France, Germany, Britain, Nato and the World Bank.
- Steve Witkoff said US negotiators would meet European partners in Brussels.
- European politicians may be cautious about commenting on the US midterms.
- Spain’s Pedro Sánchez praised the US election result and drew comparisons with Spain and Brazil.