Trump-Zelensky Meeting: Europe Braces for "No Low-Risk" Talks

European officials are watching with concern as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting is scheduled for December 28. While officials hope the talks will go well, they warn of unpredictable outcomes. A report from CNN quotes a European official directly: "There is no low-risk scenario with Trump." This statement captures the deep anxiety in European capitals. The focus is on the future of U.S. support for Ukraine. European leaders worry that any shift in American policy could directly impact the war effort. The meeting comes as critical U.S. aid for Ukraine remains stalled in Congress. Europe's fear is that the talks could signal a change in Washington's commitment.