Europeans find themselves stranded between hostile powers, Russia and the United States, with key decisions looming over the future of Ukraine.
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Trump and Europe’s Far Right
The American national security strategy echoes the language of far-right parties. But hardliners across the Atlantic seem unimpressed.
Lithuania Declares National Emergency Over Suspicious Balloons From Belarus
Hundreds of weather balloons sent to Lithuania this year have disrupted flights and stirred alarm in a sabotage campaign against a NATO state.
Trump’s Security Doctrine Leaves Europe at a Strategic Crossroads
A new White House policy document formalizes President Trump’s long-held contempt for Europe’s leaders. It made clear that the continent now stands at a strategic crossroads.
U.S. Warns of Europe’s ‘Civilizational Erasure’ Through Immigration
America’s goal should be “to help Europe correct its current trajectory,” the administration said in its new National Security Strategy.
Stakes High, Europe Races to Save Its Financing Plan for Ukraine
The European Union has a proposal for how to turn Russian frozen assets into a giant loan for Ukraine. If it fails, it could further weaken Europe’s global image.
Israel Says a Gaza Border Will Reopen, but Only for Palestinians to Leave
Israel had agreed to open the Rafah crossing as part of the October cease-fire deal with Hamas but kept it closed. Egypt denied that the border would reopen soon.
Trump Cut Europe Out of Ukraine Talks. Here’s How Europe Pushed Back.
European leaders were blindsided by President Trump’s 28-point-plan to end the Ukraine war, setting off a dash for influence.
Army Chief Says France Must ‘Accept Losing Our Children,’ Igniting Uproar
The furor erupted as President Emmanuel Macron is expected to present a plan for paid, voluntary military service to bolster the armed forces against the threat from Russia.
Can the World Move On Without the U.S.? G20 Leaders Gave It a Shot.
With the United States boycotting the summit, other nations sought to strike new deals, and some took a tougher tone with President Trump.