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German defense chief dismisses EU plans for troops in Ukraine amid broader discussions on Europe's nuclear role, with France and Germany debating nuclear strategies and military reforms amidst geopolitical tensions involving Russia and the US.
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Alexander Crowther suggests sending EU forces to Ukraine to provide logistical and technical support, such as running air-defense systems, to help Ukraine combat Russian aggression. He emphasizes the need for clear messaging to Putin that defensive operations would not be escalatory, as Putin is rational and focused on hard power. Crowther discusses the political dynamics within the EU and NATO regarding support for Ukraine and the potential for EU involvement in bolstering Ukraine's security.