Europe’s capitulation to Trump

Dr Oliver Hartwich
Newsroom
5 August, 2025

When Nato was founded in 1949, Europe and America worked as genuine partners. Sure, the Europeans needed American security guarantees more than Washington needed another military commitment. But there was mutual respect and shared purpose. Both sides knew the transatlantic relationship meant give and take.

How times have changed.

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