Trump’s Greenland threats push Europe toward divorcing America
With NATO thrown into question, some officials see the “coalition of the willing” as the basis for a new alliance without the U.S.
EU reacts firmly to Trump's tariffs and warns of a 'dangerous spiral'
Brussels expresses solidarity with Denmark and warns that the tariffs would damage transatlantic relations. France, Sweden and the United Kingdom reject intimidation and promise a coordinated European response.
The United States is an ally, but Trump must be criticised: how the candidates view the state of the world
With the world in flux and the transatlantic relationship under threat, international affairs featured in the campaign mainly because of Gouveia e Melo's remarks. Seguro argues for a precautionary NATO meeting and Mendes adopts a more diplomatic line, but — like Cotrim — also believes the Greenland issue could jeopardise the Atlantic Alliance.
Strategic dependence
Brussels' authority is weakening and collective defence becomes vulnerable to decisions from Washington.
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