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Le Pen Warns Europe: U.S. Support Crucial for Security

3/3/2025

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Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, slammed the recent clash between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, underscoring Europe's vulnerability without U.S. support. In response, European leaders like Macron and Starmer are pushing for heightened defense budgets and greater independence, driven by fears about the U.S. commitment to Ukraine and the future of NATO.

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Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, slammed the recent clash between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, underscoring Europe's vulnerability without U.S. support. In response, European leaders like Macron and Starmer are pushing for heightened defense budgets and greater independence, driven by fears about the U.S. commitment to Ukraine and the future of NATO.