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U.S. Strategy Backs Nationalists Amid Europe's Decline

12/11/2025

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The U.S. National Security Strategy reveals a shift in Europe policy, signaling support for nationalist figures such as Nigel Farage and Marine Le Pen.
The document portrays Europe as in decline and reliant on U.S. military and economic power.
Critics argue that Europe’s political stagnation and overdependence threaten its sovereignty.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies aim to maintain that dependency, viewing Europe as a cultural asset rather than a partner.

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The U.S. National Security Strategy reveals a shift in Europe policy, signaling support for nationalist figures such as Nigel Farage and Marine Le Pen.
The document portrays Europe as in decline and reliant on U.S. military and economic power.
Critics argue that Europe’s political stagnation and overdependence threaten its sovereignty.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies aim to maintain that dependency, viewing Europe as a cultural asset rather than a partner.