A former British prime minister has warned that Europe must strengthen its unity as the US becomes a less predictable global partner, particularly under the current administration. He argued that recent shifts in transatlantic relations are unlikely to reverse even after the US president leaves office, suggesting European leaders have been caught off guard by these changes. The comments mark his first major political statement since stepping down, with a focus on geopolitical threats, including Russia. His remarks highlight growing concerns over long-term strategic independence for European nations.
Shift in dealings with Washington not likely to reset once Trump leaves Oval Office, former PM saysThe UK and other European nations must draw closer together as the US becomes a less-reliable partner, Keir Starmer has said in his first significant political intervention since leaving No 10.The former prime minister warned European leaders of the threat posed by Russia, among others, and said the shift in relations with Washington during Donald Trump’s presidency was not likely to reset once he leaves the Oval Office. He accused them of being caught out by these new realities twice already. Continue reading...
