France, May 4 -- The meeting of the European Political Community - a relatively new forum designed to foster cooperation across the continent - is taking place this in Yerevan this Monday at a symbolic crossroads between Russia and the Middle East. Both regions, and the tensions surrounding them, are set to dominate the agenda.

US President Donald Trump will loom large over proceedings, even in absence. His administration's recent moves have stirred unease among European allies and sharpened questions about the future of transatlantic relations.

"Leaders from across the continent, with Canada as a guest, will discuss how to cooperate to strengthen security and collective resilience," European Council President Antonio Costa wrote on soc...