Trump has engaged Putin and hinted the US may not defend European allies, causing alarm about Nato's future. -
Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?
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Germany’s Merz says Europe can no longer rely on US protection
Frontrunner for chancellor suggests possible nuclear co-operation with the UK and FranceFinancial Times - 4d -
EU and UK in talks about Europe-wide defence funding amid fear of US pullback
Donald Trump’s re-engagement with Russia has given new urgency to European discussionsFinancial Times - 1d -
Hyundai counts on Inster to reverse steep EV sales slide in Europe
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Defending Europe without the US
European capitals are attempting to fill the security gapFinancial Times - 5d -
Here's how Trump can still win in Ukraine
Team Trump is struggling to find a solution to the war in Ukraine, with President Trump refusing to blame Putin and instead placing blame on Ukraine and NATO, despite a Quinnipiac University Poll ...The Hill - 18h -
The papers: UK ramps up defence budget and Europe's 'fight for peace'
The government's increase in defence spending and developments between Ukraine and the US dominate Wednesday's papers.BBC News - 6h -
Can we lower toxic polarization while still opposing Trump?
I am highly critical of Trump because I believe he amplifies us-versus-them hostility.The Hill - 3d -
‘No more excuses’: Europe under pressure on defence spending three years after Russian invasion
Continent is being told to take more responsibility for its own defence in light of US president’s overtures to Putin. A few days after Vladimir Putin sent Russia’s invading forces into Ukraine in ...The Guardian - 2d
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Ukraine official says minerals deal agreed with US
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BP to slash green investment and ramp up gas and oil
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Half of homes need heat pump by 2040, government told
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