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What can the EU's Ukraine diplomacy achieve? MEPs in The Ring
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European lawmakers from Lithuania and Finland discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, expressing frustration over the lack of a clear European strategy and a peaceful solution. The European response to Russian drone incursions into EU airspace is seen as weak, with condemnation but no action taken. The Baltic republics fear being targeted by Russia, and governments are reviewing emergency warning systems and shelter infrastructure to protect civilians. The debate in Brussels is about how to deter repeated incursions without triggering a direct confrontation with Russia.