European leaders have convinced President Trump that Russia needs to be pressured into peace talks in Ukraine. While there's agreement on the need for action, disagreements exist on the approach. The EU favors sanctions on Russian businesses and financial institutions, while the Trump administration prefers tariffs. The EU opposes tariffs on China and India, deeming them economically damaging. Discussions are ongoing regarding increased American energy exports to Europe to reduce reliance on Russian gas, potentially accelerating the EU's goal of ending Russian gas imports by 2027.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.