Trump has promised to push for peace talks in Ukraine within six months but has criticized Europe's lack of defense spending.

Summary

French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to “wake up” and strengthen its defense in response to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration.

Highlighting potential U.S. policy shifts, including reduced support for Ukraine and a military pivot to the Pacific, Macron emphasized Europe’s need to reduce reliance on U.S. security.

He called for increased European military spending, robust aid to Ukraine, and guarantees for its security post-war.

Macron’s remarks underscore concerns about U.S. disengagement and aim to prompt Europe to play a larger role in global security.

  • TheDemonBuer@lemmy.worldEnglish
    0·
    18 days ago

    Macron referred to expected changes in Washington’s foreign policy, citing the need to reduce reliance on the United States for security.

    As an American, I also urge Europe to reduce its reliance on the US, for security or anything else. You’re going to want to insulate yourselves as much as possible from my unbelievably stupid, and potentially very dangerous country.