The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubiohe highlighted his commitment to him end of war in Ukraine -For what he officiated as a mediator with Russia– But he insisted that Europa must have a more active role In this conflict.
During an encounter with French Foreign Minister, Jean-Noel BarrotRubio said that the White House is maintained centered on his will for “advancing on the path towards peace in Ukraine” y end this “meaningless bleed”and was shown Open to “work closely” With Paris and other European partners, but stressed that, for this, it will be essential that they put on the table more “real resources” and “political will.”
“Words are not enough”the official said to his European pair.
Rubio’s claim occurred amid the questions of the Donald Trump administration for the contributions that each Member State makes to the Take With regard to defense. At the moment, only 22 of the 32 nations that make it up achieve the goal of allocating the 2% de su PIB to military budgets.
That is why Washington considers it necessary to raise the minimum to about a 5%a figure impossible to put into practice.
However, your claim is expected to be addressed at the next summit of the allies in June, where a number of approximately 3 percent could be raised.
“In 2025 We need to significantly increase our efforts To ensure that NATO remains A key military advantage source For all our nations. Our freedom and prosperity depend on it, ”said the Secretary General of the Alliance, Mark Rutte.
At the same time, Rubio’s statements created more uncertainty with regard to the display initiative Peace troops In Ukraine, once the agreement was reached, for which the United States would play a crucial role.
Allies have been working on a project that allows kyiv for weeks security guarantees In case of reaching the end of the war with the Kremlin.
France and the United Kingdom They took the leadership of the plan, which would involve between 10,000 and 30,000 officers, who would work as a deterrent to a possible enemy attack.
“It is essential that we are fully prepared for the moment the agreement is reached. That is why the work of this coalition is so vital,” British Minister of Defense, John Healey, said at the end of one of the last meetings.
However, The United States has not participated in these meetingsquestioning their participation, in line with their policy of taking distance with European conflicts and leaving the regional partners Take the lead.
“The United States remains a crucial actor to ensure lasting security in Ukraine,” said Finland Defense Minister Annit Häkkänen, as her Swedish counterpart, Pal Jonson, recalled that the correct implementation of the strategy will require “some form of American commitment.”
(With information from Europa press)
