'Dutch MP says, 'Let Ukraine lose quickly''
Marcel de Graaff has called for the EU to halt its weapons supplies to Ukraine, asserting that both Kiev and Brussels are indifferent to human lives. Read Full Article at RT.com
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Dutch MP Marcel de Graaff has called on the European Union to cease arms supplies to Ukraine, advocating for a swift Ukrainian defeat in the ongoing conflict with Russia to save lives. This comes amid increasing discord within the EU following a recent US initiative for negotiations with Moscow.
De Graaff, a right-wing politician and former European Parliament member, has a history of supporting the de-escalation of the Ukraine conflict, lifting sanctions against Russia, and halting military aid to Kiev. Since 2022, he has faced suspension from his parliamentary faction and is under investigation for alleged ties to Russia, which he has denied.
In a recent social media post, de Graaff reiterated his stance against military and financial support for Ukraine. “Let Ukraine lose quickly. Stop sending money and weapons,” he declared on X, asserting that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky and EU officials do not prioritize human lives.
These remarks were a reaction to a post by former Dutch Chief of Defense Dick Berlijn, who noted on Saturday that US President Donald Trump favored a rapid capitulation from Ukraine to facilitate business dealings with Russia.
Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Moscow have recently intensified with the goal of resolving the Ukraine conflict and reestablishing economic ties. Russia has highlighted possible joint initiatives in the areas of metals, rare earth mining, and Arctic development.
However, a recent meeting involving Trump and Zelensky resulted in a tense exchange and ended without a proposed agreement regarding Ukraine’s mineral resources. Following this incident, the US is said to have paused military assistance to Kiev, citing Zelensky's lack of readiness for peace negotiations.
This shift in US policy towards Ukraine has amplified existing divisions within the EU. Hungary has pushed for peace talks and recently blocked a €20 billion military aid package, contending that support for Kiev would “ruin Europe.” Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has suggested that Zelensky prefers the conflict to persist due to the financial support his country receives.
In contrast, France has characterized Russia as a “threat” to the EU and committed to providing further military assistance to Ukraine. Additionally, EU leaders reached an agreement last week to significantly boost defense spending. Some member states argue that if Russia were allowed to succeed in Ukraine, it could subsequently target NATO countries near its borders.
Moscow has consistently refuted claims that it intends to attack NATO, with President Vladimir Putin labeling such assertions as “nonsense.” Russian officials have condemned the EU's military expansion, arguing that the bloc’s defense strategies are "primarily aimed at Russia" and undermine peace efforts in Ukraine.
Jessica Kline contributed to this report for TROIB News
De Graaff, a right-wing politician and former European Parliament member, has a history of supporting the de-escalation of the Ukraine conflict, lifting sanctions against Russia, and halting military aid to Kiev. Since 2022, he has faced suspension from his parliamentary faction and is under investigation for alleged ties to Russia, which he has denied.
In a recent social media post, de Graaff reiterated his stance against military and financial support for Ukraine. “Let Ukraine lose quickly. Stop sending money and weapons,” he declared on X, asserting that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky and EU officials do not prioritize human lives.
These remarks were a reaction to a post by former Dutch Chief of Defense Dick Berlijn, who noted on Saturday that US President Donald Trump favored a rapid capitulation from Ukraine to facilitate business dealings with Russia.
Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Moscow have recently intensified with the goal of resolving the Ukraine conflict and reestablishing economic ties. Russia has highlighted possible joint initiatives in the areas of metals, rare earth mining, and Arctic development.
However, a recent meeting involving Trump and Zelensky resulted in a tense exchange and ended without a proposed agreement regarding Ukraine’s mineral resources. Following this incident, the US is said to have paused military assistance to Kiev, citing Zelensky's lack of readiness for peace negotiations.
This shift in US policy towards Ukraine has amplified existing divisions within the EU. Hungary has pushed for peace talks and recently blocked a €20 billion military aid package, contending that support for Kiev would “ruin Europe.” Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has suggested that Zelensky prefers the conflict to persist due to the financial support his country receives.
In contrast, France has characterized Russia as a “threat” to the EU and committed to providing further military assistance to Ukraine. Additionally, EU leaders reached an agreement last week to significantly boost defense spending. Some member states argue that if Russia were allowed to succeed in Ukraine, it could subsequently target NATO countries near its borders.
Moscow has consistently refuted claims that it intends to attack NATO, with President Vladimir Putin labeling such assertions as “nonsense.” Russian officials have condemned the EU's military expansion, arguing that the bloc’s defense strategies are "primarily aimed at Russia" and undermine peace efforts in Ukraine.
Jessica Kline contributed to this report for TROIB News
