Why Europe Is Trapped in a Rumpelstiltskin Bargain
Update: 2025-08-24
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In the Brothers Grimm fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin, the miller’s daughter is forced to make impossible deals, such as spinning straw into gold.
Europe now finds itself in a similar situation.
During meetings in Alaska and Washington, President Trump set out a fast-track plan for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
But there are many obstacles ahead as the interests of Ukraine and Russia remain diametrically opposed.
However, even the most challenging of dilemmas can be overcome. Today, it is up to diplomats to attempt the seemingly impossible.
Read the Essay here: https://geopoliticallycorrect.substack.com/p/europes-rumpelstiltskin-moment
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