Europe can offer Trump a deal - support for the Iranian direction in exchange for aid to Ukraine
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Finnish President Stubb supported the idea of US assistance in the Strait of Hormuz for the sake of Ukraine. This should ensure support for Kyiv and stable oil prices.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb suggested that Europe could try to negotiate with Donald Trump: provide support in confronting Iran in exchange for increased aid to Ukraine. This is reported by Politico, writes UNN.
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The idea involves the possible participation of European countries in ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz - a key oil supply route that has been threatened by the conflict in the Middle East.
During a speech at the Chatham House think tank, Stubb reacted positively to such a proposal.
I think that's a really good idea... No, I think that's actually a very good idea
Condition - support for Ukraine
The idea is that Europe could help the US stabilize the situation in the Persian Gulf if Washington, in turn, provides Ukraine with the necessary military support to achieve an acceptable peace.
Stubb acknowledged that influence on Trump is limited:
"I have no illusions about who can convince President Trump of anything. If I can find one idea out of ten regarding Ukraine, I think it's a good one."
War in the Middle East harms Ukraine
The Finnish president also stressed that the conflict with Iran is already having negative consequences for Kyiv.
A few weeks ago, the Russian economy was really doing extremely badly, and now it is recovering
In addition, according to him, the war diverts US resources, including air defense systems, which could be used to protect Ukraine.
Risk of an unfavorable deal
Stubb warned that negotiations on Ukraine could approach a critical point.
I hope that the peace talks on Ukraine do not fail, as happened with the negotiations between Iran and the United States
According to him, there is a risk that Ukraine may be forced to agree to unfavorable terms or Europe will have to increase support independently without US involvement.