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President Donald Trump’s high-profile appearance in Egypt to celebrate a U.S.-brokered Israel-Hamas ceasefire underscored Europe’s marginal role as Washington drives diplomacy. European leaders have struggled to sway Trump on Ukraine: he sanctioned Russia’s energy sector after pressure and voices frustration over stalled talks with Vladimir Putin, while signaling both arming Kyiv and conceding Donbas. EU capitals remain split over using frozen Russian assets, though some cohesion is emerging. In the Middle East, the U.S. lauds regional mediators while bristling at European moves, even as the ceasefire softens criticism. Meanwhile, Europe boosts defense, and London acts as a conduit.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.