US Europe relations

Trump says 'ridiculous' for US to maintain current support for NATO

Trump has repeatedly lashed out at European allies over their response to the war in Iran, as several countries restricted the use of bases for US forces.

July 5, 2026

Europe, Canada leaders hold Yerevan talks in Trump's shadow

US President Donald Trump will loom large over the meeting of the European Political Community; The Iran war, which has rattled the global economy by sending energy prices soaring, has deepened a rift in transatlantic ties.

May 4, 2026

Polish PM Donald Tusk, Bavarian State Premier Markus Soeder, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Munich Security Conference chairman Wolfgang Ischinger give a press statement at the Munich Residence palace, prior to the traditional dinner on the oc

European debate over nuclear weapons gains pace at Munich Security Conference

European leaders at the Munich Security Conference debated strengthening the continent’s nuclear deterrence amid concerns over Russia’s aggression and uncertainty about long-term US security commitments to NATO allies.

February 14, 2026