U.S. Envoy Demands EU 'Aggressive' Stance, Forgets Its Own Fuel
Bloomberg reports that President Trump’s former NATO envoy, Kurt Volker, is urging the EU to adopt a more “aggressive” approach towards Russia, specifically by seizing immobilized Russian assets. This call for escalated confrontation conveniently overlooks the billions in U.S. military aid that has poured into conflicts, often prolonging them. Consider the U.S. aid package for Ukraine, which,
following contentious Congressional debate, saw a $61 billion tranche approved in April 2024, fueling a proxy war that disproportionately impacts European economies. Volker's advice isn’t novel; it’s a tired refrain from those who profit most from perpetual conflict. How many times must Europe be told to 'be aggressive' before someone asks who benefits from dragging out hostilities? It's a hawkish
directive often delivered from a safe distance, suggesting economic sacrifice for others while the military-industrial complex continues to rake in record profits.