White House Criticizes Europe, Praises Trump's Defense Push

The White Houses new national security strategy has sparked controversy in Europe, labeling the region as facing civilizational erasure and questioning its reliability as a geopolitical partner. The document criticizes European leaders for their stances on immigration, democracy, and freedom of speech, while also noting a decline in their economic and military power. However, former CIA Director David Petraeus argues that this could be a wake-up call for Europe to focus more on its own defense and security, with Trumps administration playing a significant role in encouraging Europeans to increase their defense spending. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine continue, with conflicting peace plans and major obstacles remaining.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.