UK Offers to Send Troops to Ukraine if Peace Deal Struck, ABC News, 17 February 2025.

The interview on ABC News centered around U.S. Ukraine policy under President Trump and his attempt at resolving the dispute by directly engaging with Russia. Professor Markus Wagner highlighted the unilateral approach of the U.S. in diplomatic efforts, excluding key stakeholders such as Ukraine and European allies. He noted that Trump views Europe less as a close ally and more as a geopolitical competitor, using economic and military aid as leverage in negotiations.

The interview also covered European military spending, potential peacekeeping roles, and the emergency meeting of European leaders aiming to present a unified front.