Europe reckons with Trump helping Putin as NATO unity tested

· Security · Russia · Ukraine

European leaders are preparing for a world where US President Donald Trump effectively sides with Moscow, as he menaces Ukraine and offers Russia an economic lifeline, Bloomberg reported. Heather Conley, a former US State Department official, said Putin sees an opportunity to intensify pressure on Ukraine as questions grow over US intelligence sharing. Rep. Gabe Amo said the Trump administration should enforce Russia sanctions. EU leaders discussed energy prices and support for Ukraine at a Brussels summit.

Why it matters：A US tilt toward Moscow would upend NATO unity and force Europe to reassess its security and energy dependencies.

Key points

  • European leaders are preparing for Trump effectively siding with Moscow
  • Former official Heather Conley said Putin sees an opportunity to pressure Ukraine
  • EU leaders discussed energy prices and Ukraine support at a Brussels summit

Sources (original reporting)

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