Amid missiles and diplomacy, Russia is exploiting western divisions over Ukraine

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ashifa KassamDecember 3, 2025 at 05:08 PM

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Amidst ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine, Russia is reportedly exploiting divisions between Western nations. European leaders increasingly view Russia as an aggressive, destabilizing force with broader ambitions beyond Ukraine, advocating for a firm stance. This contrasts with some American leaders, particularly within the Republican party, who express a more lenient view towards Putin and downplay the threat of further Russian expansion. This divergence leads to repeated cycles where European and Ukrainian efforts to counter Russian influence are undermined by shifts in U.S. policy, creating instability in the region. The situation highlights a fundamental disagreement on how to approach Russia's actions and intentions in Eastern Europe.

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Steve Witkoff 30% Kaja Kallas 50% Dmytro Kuleba 50% Germany 80% Donald Trump ×380% France ×280% Russia ×4100% Ukraine ×5100% Vladimir Putin ×7100%

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ukraine 100% russia 90% western divisions 80% diplomacy 70% vladimir putin 60% peace process 60% donald trump 50% nato 50% european union 50% imperialist intentions 40%