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Trump's Presidency and European Security
Experts discuss the potential impact of Donald Trump's presidency on European security, focusing on the Ukraine conflict and NATO's role.
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NatoInternational Institute For Strategic Studies (Iiss)New York Times (Nyt)
Donald TrumpVladimir PutinAdmiral Rob BauerPetr PavelBen Schreer
- How might a Trump presidency affect European security and support for Ukraine?
- Trump's potential return to the White House in 2025 raises concerns that he might upend European security and cease support for Ukraine, given his past suggestions of resolving the war quickly without elaborating on his methods.
- What are the concerns regarding a potential Trump-brokered peace deal in Ukraine?
- Admiral Rob Bauer warned about the potential consequences of a Trump-negotiated peace deal in Ukraine that could allow Putin to win, undermining US interests and potentially emboldening other autocratic states.
- What is the current state of European NATO members' defense spending, and what concerns remain?
- While European NATO members' defense spending has significantly increased, reaching almost 50 percent higher in 2024 compared to 2014, concerns remain about the sustainability and long-term viability of this increased spending.
- What is Admiral Bauer's concluding assessment of NATO's readiness and the broader societal responsibility for defense?
- Admiral Bauer concluded that NATO is stronger and more ready than ever, but stressed that the responsibility for freedom rests not solely on the military but also requires a societal shift toward viewing defense as an investment rather than an expense.
- What is the perspective of Czech President Petr Pavel on ensuring European security in light of the US election outcome?
- Czech President Petr Pavel emphasized the need for closer European cooperation to ensure security, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the new US administration's policies toward Ukraine, Europe, and NATO.