A US brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has expired, with both sides trading accusations of violations. Ukrainian officials say Russian strikes hit civilian areas, while Russia claims more than a thousand breaches. US and European officials are weighing further talks, but diplomacy has produced little progress. Prisoner exchanges are being prepared, yet key negotiating positions appear unchanged.
The US is preparing to withdraw 5,000 troops from its bases in Germany, a decision framed by Trump as a reset of American involvement in European security. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius says the moment demands that European allies lead their own defence planning. The announcement is already intensifying friction between Washington and key European governments.
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European governments are increasingly questioning the reliability of U.S. support for NATO, as unpredictable signals from the Trump administration raise doubts—especially on the alliance’s eastern flank. While American military training still goes on, several European states are reevaluating the depth and future of their defense partnership, reflecting wider uncertainty about U.S. commitment.
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