Donald Trump criticó a líderes europeos por no apoyar la guerra en Irán, pero omitió a España, que se negó a usar sus bases en el conflicto. El equipo de Pedro Sánchez no da gran importancia al olvido, pero se mantiene cauto ante la imprevisibilidad de Trump.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will attend the NATO summit in Ankara to bolster support for the alliance, seeking to counter potential destabilization from Donald Trump's threats over defense spending. The UK aims to build a "stronger and more European NATO" and address US concerns about burden-sharing.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the EU and Canada will match US defense spending, with European allies and Canada already investing nearly 4% of their GDP in defense and security. He also noted a significant increase in defense expenditures for the upcoming years.
US Ambassador to Belgium Bill White became embroiled in a media incident after two reporters from The European Correspondent accused him of sending threatening emails. The journalists, who questioned White about the alleged emails, were subsequently "roughly" ejected from a party by Belgian police, who described them as an "active threat."
US control over leading AI labs like Anthropic and OpenAI creates friction with European allies ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara. Concerns over access and potential misuse of advanced AI technology are prompting Europe to develop its own capabilities.
A Russian State Duma member claims the EU is arming Moldova to provoke a conflict with Transnistria, citing a recent deal for armored vehicles. The MP alleges this move by Moldovan President Maia Sandu, supported by European allies, aims to seize Transnistrian assets and bolster Ukraine's military, despite Moldova's constitutional neutrality.
Labour's defence investment plan aims to boost spending but faces significant funding shortfalls, risking UK's NATO commitments. Successors will struggle to meet targets due to budget constraints and international pressures.
Chinese political scientist Yan Xuetong suggests East Asia's foundations for peace are stronger than Europe's, positioning the region to become a global benchmark for peace and economic growth amid worsening global security and a widening US-Europe rift.
Ukraine expects to sign over €10 billion in defense, business, and development agreements at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Poland. The EU delivered its first €3.2 billion loan tranche, with more to follow.
Ukraine expects to sign over 160 agreements worth >€10B, secures €3.2B EU loan tranche, amid EU support for reconstruction and defense, despite tensions with Poland over WWII legacy.
President Trump expressed disappointment with European allies, including Italy, the UK, Germany, and France, for their perceived lack of support in the US-Israel war on Iran. NATO chief Mark Rutte defended Europe's logistical assistance, but Trump's diplomat reiterated claims of insufficient help, leading to tensions.
Donald Trump claimed Italian PM Giorgia Meloni "begged" for a selfie at the G7 summit and criticized her for denying US access to Italy's runways, linking it to her popularity. Meloni strongly rejected the claims, calling them "completely made up" and stating neither she nor Italy ever beg.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a Pentagon-led review of US forces in Europe, criticizing NATO allies for defense spending and reluctance to join the Iran war. The six-month review aims to shift primary defense responsibility to NATO.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged NATO allies to lead their own defense, calling for a 'NATO 3.0' that is a 'hard-line military alliance' with real capabilities. The US is investing $1.5 trillion in its defense in 2027, aiming to protect American interests and bolster NATO.
NATO chief Mark Rutte stated that European allies and Canada are committed to replacing most U.S. military assets being withdrawn from the alliance's pool. The U.S. decision, effective immediately, means these capabilities will no longer be part of NATO war plans.
EU member states are reportedly concerned that US President Donald Trump might negotiate with Russia without consulting European allies. This worry stems from recent high-level contacts between Trump and Vladimir Putin, and potential visits by US officials to Moscow.
Ukraine's key European allies, including Germany, France, and the UK, held a video call with President Zelenskyy to discuss reviving stalled peace efforts with Russia. The leaders aim to define Europe's role in diplomacy and bolster support for Ukraine's defense.
European allies are confused by repeated changes in US troop deployment announcements, with President Trump's recent statement about sending 5,000 additional troops to Poland causing further uncertainty.
Central European allies are downplaying the impact of US troop withdrawals, emphasizing NATO's resilience and the need for Europe to take greater defense responsibility. Despite concerns about Donald Trump's decisions, officials maintain the transatlantic relationship and NATO remain strong.
NATO commander Alexus Grynkewich stated that the US troop withdrawal from Europe will be a multi-year process, coordinated with allies strengthening their own defenses. He noted Trump's decision to pull 5,000 troops from Germany is the only near-term withdrawal he's aware of.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent extended a temporary pause on Russian oil sanctions until mid-June, surprising European allies. The move aims to stabilize the crude market and aid energy-vulnerable countries, though it disappoints Kyiv.
The Pentagon has canceled the deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland, citing logistical reasons. This decision comes amid growing tensions between President Trump and US allies over Iran policy and follows troop withdrawals from Germany.
When US President Donald Trump announced that 5,000 US troops would leave Germany, the immediate reading in Western capitals was political: another round in Trump’s running quarrel with European allies, triggered by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism of Washington’s handling of the war with Iran. For Beijing, the more interesting reading is structural. The drawdown coincides with a period in which Foreign Minister Wang Yi has spent much of 2026 cultivating a “partners not rivals”...
President Trump announced a withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany and signaled potential cuts in Italy and Spain, citing a lack of support from NATO allies. Analysts suggest Beijing should remain passive as Washington navigates these internal and alliance-related tensions.
