European leaders scramble to show leadership of the ‘free world’ after Trump-Zelenskyy blowup

Relations between Washington and Europe are strained following a heated exchange between Presidents Trump, Zelenskyy, and Vice President Vance, with European leaders backing Zelenskyy in his defense against Russia’s invasion. European figures are calling for a new leadership role in the free world and a shift towards European military independence from the U.S., signaling a potential rift in transatlantic alliances. The challenge of establishing independent European defense capabilities would require significant financial investment and could have far-reaching implications for NATO and U.S. military presence in Europe.

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