Europe stands by Ukraine, but how long can that last?
European leaders are reaffirming their commitment to supporting Ukraine as US political support becomes increasingly uncertain. Financial strains and upcoming elections threaten to test the unity of the European coalition.
Why it matters
The stability of European support is critical for Ukraine's defense efforts amidst shifting geopolitical alliances and US policy volatility.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centre, with Norwegian prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre, right, and Finnish president Alexander Stubb. Photograph: Heiko Junge/Pool NTB/AP Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centre, with Norwegian prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre, right, and Finnish president Alexander Stubb. Photograph: Heiko Junge/Pool NTB/AP This Is Europe World news Europe stands by Ukraine – but how long can that last? As US support ebbs away, looming European elections and growing financial strains across the continent could fracture the precious coalition that has kept Ukraine afloat
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