The quickly unfolding situation in #Ukraine demonstrates the apparent diplomatic failure of the EU, whose strategic autonomy has shattered in the face of reality. #UkraineRussiaCrisis 
Russia's recent move of recognizing "the Luhansk People's Republic" and "the Donetsk People's Republic" as independent and sovereign states means major EU countries have failed in their shuttle diplomacy to create channels for peace talks between #Washington and #Moscow .
Brussels is certainly aware that its interests are not totally in line with #Washington 's.
Still, it appears that other than surrendering to the overriding dominance of Washington, #Brussels does not have much say in the #Ukraine crisis.
Still, it appears that other than surrendering to the overriding dominance of Washington, #Brussels does not have much say in the #Ukraine crisis.
More alarming is the crack within EU countries. Before Russia's Monday move, there was already difference among these EU countries on how to approach the Ukraine issue. Then came the glaring lack of consensus among them regarding if to sanction Russia&how far sanctions should go.
European leaders don't need a reminder that war across the #Ukraine -#Russia border is not in the interests of the EU.
But the question needs to be asked: facing some war-mongering American politicians, can the EU show genuine autonomy and leadership?
But the question needs to be asked: facing some war-mongering American politicians, can the EU show genuine autonomy and leadership?
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