**European Parliament Chairs Urge Trump to End Russia’s “Appeasement”**
A group of eight European parliament chairs have called on US President Donald Trump to end what they see as a policy of appeasement towards Russia. In a statement, the chairs urged Mr. Trump to take a resolute stance against Moscow and to support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
The statement was signed by chairs of the foreign affairs committees of the UK, France, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Ukraine. They expressed concern over US President Trump’s approach towards Ukraine, which they see as too soft on Russia.
“We strongly warn against yielding to its blackmail and deception,” the statement read. “We urge an end to the policy of appeasement and call instead for a united, resolute stance against Russia’s terrorist regime.”
The chairs also called for an end to negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who they see as a war criminal. They urged all states to ensure that Mr. Putin and those complicit in his crimes are brought to justice.
**A Sharp Departure from US-Russia Exchanges**
This statement marks a sharp departure from the typically measured tone of recent US-Russia exchanges. It signals Washington’s concern over Moscow’s expanding military footprint in Africa and its growing aggression towards Ukraine.
The chairs also called for Ukraine to be admitted into NATO “without delay” and for Europe to confiscate Russia’s frozen assets and redirect them to support Ukraine. They stressed that there can be no compromise or external pressure on Ukraine regarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
**The Mistakes of Munich in 1938**
The statement also referenced the mistakes of Munich in 1938, where European powers failed to take a united stance against Nazi Germany’s aggression. The chairs warned that repeating such mistakes now could have disastrous consequences for Europe and the world.
**A Call for Action**
The statement is a clear call to action from the European parliament chairs. They urge Mr. Trump and other NATO leaders to take a resolute stance against Russia and to support Ukraine in its conflict with Moscow.
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, this statement serves as a reminder that there are still those who stand by Ukraine’s side. The international community must come together to condemn Russia’s aggression and to support the people of Ukraine.
**The Way Forward**
In the coming weeks and months, we can expect to see more developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The European parliament chairs’ statement is a clear call for action from world leaders to take a united stance against Russian aggression.
As the international community grapples with this crisis, it’s essential that we remember the lessons of history. We must not repeat the mistakes of Munich in 1938. We must stand by Ukraine and support its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The future of Europe and the world depends on it.
