The article discusses the shift in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration, characterized by a transactional approach that prioritizes the interests of great powers. This has left smaller democracies, particularly in Eastern Europe and Asia, feeling betrayed and vulnerable, as they had depended on American support since the fall of Communism. Key instances include holding back military aid to Ukraine and aligning with Russia. The implications of this shift suggest a realignment of alliances and a potential resurgence of authoritarian influence over previously democratic regions.
The Trump administration's foreign policy indicates an emerging doctrine that is perceived as prioritizing great power interests while sidelining smaller democracies, risking their futures.
Many Eastern European states, once bolstered by American support in their democratic transitions, now feel abandoned as the U.S. adopts a transactional approach to geopolitics.
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