Europe must show Putin it’s serious about peace in Ukraine – and prepare for war

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Politicians in the UK and Europe know the threat from Russia is real but the public still doesn’t, yet, quite get the danger that they are in, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

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Europe’s destiny will be in the hands of two, maybe three, men on Friday. Decisions taken between Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump and (perhaps) Volodymyr Zelensky will determine the future of the Continent.

Europe must show Putin it’s serious about peace in Ukraine – and prepare for war

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