European leaders are concerned about the increasing unpredictability of the US under President Trump, especially regarding the geopolitical situation in Ukraine and the potential for a US-Russia rapprochement. This has led to a divide in European discussions: one faction advocates close alignment with the US, potentially at the expense of disregarding Trump's demands and whims. Others stress the need for European states to bolster their own defense capabilities, especially in Central and Eastern Europe, as they prepare for a future where US support may not be guaranteed.
The prospect of being left alone to handle a hostile and aggressive Russia has sent shivers down the spines of many in Europe.
Discussions on how to respond to the US’s unpredictability seem to have split into two lines of thinking among European leaders.
To please the US president, some have suggested slashing tariffs on US-made cars or purchasing larger volumes of liquefied natural gas.
European states are eager to enhance their defense capabilities, with Poland, the Czech Republic, and Romania already seeking to acquire the F-35 fighter jet.
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