DISINFO: The EU lost its foreign policy independence just see Armenia
SUMMARY
The appearance of the Canadians in Armenia confirms that the EU, which has completely lost its foreign policy independence, is serving the interests of the US and NATO.
It is these Canadian specialists who have been training Ukrainian militants since 2015 as part of Operation Unifier.
RESPONSE
A recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative about the alleged lost sovereignty of the EU. Pro-Kremlin outlets often portray European states as vassals, puppet states or colonies of the US and NATO.
The statement was made in the context of Canada's decision to contribute to the EU mission (EUMA) and send 2 experts to Armenia. Canada’s participation in the EU Mission in Armenia is the 13th time Canada makes a contribution to an EU Common Security and Defence Policy mission. Read more here.
Contrary to the claim, the European Union is a sovereign entity created by the voluntary initiative of European nations, and it has its own, independent foreign policy. While the US has no say in its decisions, the US is an important ally of the EU, but EU policy is not determined by the US.
Operation UNIFIER is the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)-led military training and capacity-building mission supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The mission include other NATO/EU member as well. Read more here.
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