Donald Trump's negotiation tactics, particularly regarding the Ukraine war with Vladimir Putin, are causing unease among European leaders, who fear a potential withdrawal of U.S. military protection. In response, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. Meanwhile, Germany is dealing with political transitions that include discussions about financing higher defense budgets. This situation raises concerns among NATO members about the future of European defense without U.S. support.
"The deal to end the Ukraine war the US president is apparently forging behind the scenes with Russian President Vladimir Putin has rattled government leaders, especially in Europe..."
"British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded to these concerns by announcing an increase in the UK's defense budget to 2.5% of gross domestic product (GDP)..."
"Following recent general elections, the leader of the conservative CDU/CSU party alliance, Friedrich Merz, came out as the winner and is currently in talks with the Social Democrats..."
"For decades, European NATO members have relied on the United States, the alliance's largest and strongest economic power, to shoulder the main burden of the continent's defense."
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