The US now allows ATACMS strikes on Russia and antipersonnel mines in Ukraine, while the EU upholds restrictions despite calls for more offensive aid by EU top Diplomat Josep Borrell.
Today Radio Schuman questions whether the EU adopt outgoing US president Joe Biden's approach towards Ukraine regarding the supply of weaponry, together with Euronews's Sasha Vakulina.
On Tuesday, Ukraine reportedly employed six US-supplied Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike targets within Russian territory. These long-range missiles, with a range of approximately 190 miles, had previously been restricted for use within Ukraine’s international borders.
However, the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia’s Kursk region prompted Biden to revise this policy.
This shift marks a significant change in US military strategy. Should the European Union follow suit? The matter is particularly contentious in Europe, especially in Germany, where Chancellor Olaf Scholz has declined to supply Ukraine with Germany’s Taurus long-range missiles, citing concerns over potential war escalation and domestic political considerations, including his re-election prospects.
In the second block, we take a quick look at the latest development of deforestation law and the EU trade Council on today's agenda - spoiler alert: trade ministers will discuss the US.
In the final part of the show, Radio Schuman explores lesser-known European villages to visit as alternatives to mass tourism destinations.
Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa de la Baume, with journalist and production assistant Eleonora Vasques, audio editing by Zacharia Vigneron and Georgios Leivaditis. Music by Alexandre Jas.