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Atlantic Alliance Deteriorates: Trump's Actions Weaken Global Stability

1/25/2026

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The Atlantic alliance, crucial to European peace for nearly 80 years, is deteriorating and affects Australia.
Ukraine and Gaza have weakened the rules-based order post-World War II.
The article criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach for undermining alliances and ethics.
French President Emmanuel Macron’s attempts to engage Trump reflect a desperate effort to stabilize the global order.
Trump’s unpredictable actions, including threats about Greenland, erode trust and leave Australia vulnerable.

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Story summary

The Atlantic alliance, crucial to European peace for nearly 80 years, is deteriorating and affects Australia.
Ukraine and Gaza have weakened the rules-based order post-World War II.
The article criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach for undermining alliances and ethics.
French President Emmanuel Macron’s attempts to engage Trump reflect a desperate effort to stabilize the global order.
Trump’s unpredictable actions, including threats about Greenland, erode trust and leave Australia vulnerable.