Summary
Farah Stockman discusses how American actions under President Trump have led European leaders to question their long-standing alliance with the U.S. He highlights concerns that the U.S. is no longer a reliable partner, potentially harming Europe’s security and democracy. As tensions rise, Europeans feel increasingly exposed, prompting calls for them to strengthen their own defenses.
Highlights
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In an era of TikTok, Russia doesn’t have to go to war to take over Europe. Mr. Putin can simply fund far-right politicians and promote social media accounts, and seek to topple governments without firing a shot.
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In meetings, Mr. Vance and other American officials reportedly sought to convey the message that Americans were still a safe pair of hands. But the truth is that nobody really knows what American and Russian officials discussed behind closed doors this week. It has been generations since Europe felt so naked and exposed.