Tusk responded in this way to Trump’s statements, who stated that Ukraine could recover all of its territory with the support of the European Union.

The Polish leader described this stance as surprising optimism. Behind this optimism lies an announcement of less US involvement and the shifting of responsibility for ending the war to Europe, Tusk wrote on his X account.

He added that he prefers the truth over illusions, in a veiled criticism of the Republican leader’s new position.

Analysts agree that Trump’s words reflect a possible strategy of Washington’s gradual disengagement from the conflict.

This stance would generate unprecedented pressure on European capitals, which would have to bear an even greater financial and military cost.

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