Donald Trump's negotiation tactics are influencing international relations, particularly in Europe, where leaders are reacting to fears about U.S. military support waning. U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 to bolster European security amid uncertainties regarding Trump’s interactions with Russia. Meanwhile, Germany is grappling with its defense strategy post-election, considering higher spending tied to changing borrowing rules. The potential effects of a U.S. withdrawal from NATO raise serious concerns, even as experts note no immediate risk of an overt Russian military threat such as troops in Berlin.
"Trump's tactic of leveraging threats has become familiar to political leaders globally, causing unease about potential shifts in U.S. support for European security."
"Starmer emphasizes the importance of increasing the UK's defense budget, reflecting a commitment to both Ukraine's peace and European security in light of evolving threats."
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