The war in Ukraine has elicited a spectrum of responses from European countries. At the onset of the conflict, a majority of these nations rallied in solidarity with Ukraine, expressing their support and concern. However, as the war progressed, we’ve observed a fracturing of this unity within some European countries. In certain instances, countries have deviated from their long-standing policies to support Ukraine, while others have made efforts to undermine a united European front for Ukraine. This report delves into the policies of five key European countries since the war’s inception, providing comprehensive background information to understand and contextualise their positions. It also scrutinizes the internal political landscape of these countries, detailing the stances of their principal political parties. Additionally, it explores the refugee situation within these nations to shed light on the far-reaching impacts of the war. This analysis seeks to offer an in-depth understanding of Europe’s reaction to the Ukrainian crisis, its repercussions on regional politics, and potential future stances of these countries towards Ukraine. This report examines five European countries’ policies on the war in Ukraine: Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, and France. These countries represent a mix of major powers and neighbours of Ukraine, with varying degrees of interests and risks in the conflict.

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