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US allies apprehensive after capricious Trump changes tune at Nato summit

Sudden shift may be linked to affinity for Erdoğan but erratic behavior towards alliance may have consequences

The Guardian - US

Podcast | US Independence party in Brussels: Controversial celebration or diplomatic success?

A majestic celebration of the US Independence anniversary in the heart of Brussels' European Quarter, alongside talks to end the war in Iran have sparked reflection on EU–US relations.

Euronews

Ceasefire offers Trump exit as Iran war becomes political liability

The ceasefire deal with Iran might come at the right moment for Donald Trump, as it could stop the erosion of domestic support for the President. But Trump is left facing scrutiny over why and for what did the US get into war.

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Inside Macron’s new deterrence strategy: 8 European allies, 1 French nuclear button

France is moving to tie its nuclear deterrent strategy more closely with European allies while keeping full control over any strike decision

The Independent UK

Why does Trump want Greenland so badly, and what could it mean for Europe?

The US president's latest remarks about a possible annexation of Greenland have drawn condemnation from Denmark and Europe more widely.

Euronews

Trade, Ukraine, Gaza: Starmer pleading for concessions from Trump

On Thursday, the political part of Trump’s visit to the UK gets underway with both sides hoping to avoid one issue: the Epstein files.

Euronews

Europe Hopes For 'No Surprises' As US Weighs Force Withdrawals

After keeping Donald Trump happy with a pledge to up defence spending at NATO's summit, Europe is now bracing for a key decision from the US president on the future of American forces on the continent.

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Will Trump really pull US troops out of Europe?

US president Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to withdraw US forces from Europe as part of his "America First" policy. It would have enormous strategic consequences and would likely run into considerable domestic resistance. It's not clear whether Trump is willing to pay the political price.

Euronews

Happy birthday to me! Trump's mega-MAGA birthday military parade raises eyebrows

Plans to combine celebrations for the US Army's 250th anniversary with the US president's birthday with a military parade through the centre of Washington DC are raising eyebrows and the hackles of local politicians, who fear for the price tag and damage involved.

Euronews

Europe Shifts Gears For The Trump Era

Barely a month ago, a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin sent an unmistakable message across the Atlantic: the United States may not be there forever to keep Europe safe from an aggressive Russia.

International Business Times

Facing Trump And Putin, Are The EU's Defence Plans Enough?

Faced by a menacing Russia and unreliable United States, the EU is pushing a mammoth plan to boost its defences that Brussels says could unlock up to 800 billion euros ($860 billion).

International Business Times

Wary Europe Eyes Syria With Hope -- And Fear

European leaders have hailed the end of Bashar al-Assad's brutal rule in Syria as a moment of hope -- but they also view his sudden toppling as fraught with dangers.

International Business Times

Loyalty the key as impulsive Trump picks team for America First agenda

President-elect’s team has China hawks, an alleged Assad defender and a Fox News host – all have been vocally loyal

The Guardian - US

Europe Seeks Footing As Trump Storms Back To Power

European leaders converge on Budapest Thursday for two days of high-level talks that will seek to rise to the challenges posed by Donald Trump's return to the White House -- but also risk exposing the continent's fault lines.

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NATO Gets A New Chief -- But Don't Expect A Revolution

Incoming NATO chief Mark Rutte brings new leadership this week to one of the world's most powerful-sounding roles -- helming the nuclear-armed Atlantic alliance.

France 24

Israeli ground operation in Gaza: What are the possible outcomes?

With a looming incursion by Israeli forces into Gaza expected in the coming hours, and more than a million Gazans being told to flee their homes in the northern part of the Palestinian enclave, we look at the best- and worst-case scenarios that could come as a result of the…

The Independent UK

India seeking greater voice for developing world at G20, but Ukraine war may overshadow talks

It’s never been easy for the leaders of the world’s largest economies to find common ground, but the global ramifications of Russia’s war on Ukraine mean even greater challenges for meaningful agreement at the Group of 20 meeting this year

The Independent UK

Everyone's talking about the Global South. But what is it?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says his country is “becoming the voice of the Global South."

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The Independent UK

Ukraine invasion reshaped global alliances, renewed fears

Nearly a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, the diplomatic consequences of the war still reverberate worldwide

Axios

Finland's NATO application could be imminent

Finland shares a 830-mile border with Russia.

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