European Leaders Urgently Seek Access to Trump

For European allies, navigating the Trump White House feels like maneuvering through a royal court. The Oval Office, dripping with opulence, seems to host an entourage of loyalists and advisors, all waiting for the president's orders.

With Trump being the unpredictable force at the helm, European leaders are eager for a direct line to him. Notably, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has managed to secure a meeting at the White House this week.

Unusual Channels for Communication

Incredibly, European officials have found that traditional diplomats and formal channels are often less effective than engaging with special envoys and advisors like Elon Musk. There’s a growing concern on whether their messages even reach Trump, as he tends to trust long-time acquaintances like Steve Witkoff over career diplomats.

This disconnect was starkly illustrated when key European nations were blindsided by last-minute talks with Iran about its nuclear program—conversations in which Britain, France, and Germany had a significant stake but were not informed.

Europe’s Diminished Stature