Keywords: Transatlantic Relations


US envoy says European prosperity serves American interests but warns EU is taking the wrong path

The United States supports a prosperous Europe, but the European Union risks undermining its own economic potential through excessive regulation and barriers to investment, according to Andrew Puzder, the US ambassador to the European Union. In comments reported by the Financial Times, Puzder argued......

Report: Washington plans millions in funding for right-wing media in Europe

The United States is reportedly considering allocating millions of dollars to support media and civil society initiatives associated with conservative and right-wing causes in Europe, according to media reports citing sources familiar with the plans. The proposed funding would reportedly include $4......

Germany defends military spending record ahead of NATO summit after Trump criticism

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended Germany’s record on military spending after criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, insisting that Berlin has made substantial progress in strengthening its armed forces and should not hesitate to highlight those efforts. The remarks come just......

NATO Leaders head to Ankara seeking unity as defence spending takes center stage

NATO leaders will meet in Ankara next week for a high-stakes summit focused on reinforcing alliance unity, increasing European defence spending and reaffirming support for Ukraine amid evolving security challenges and changing U.S. priorities. The two-day gathering will bring together U.S. President......

Trump Intensifies Criticism Of Italy Over NATO And Middle East Security Role

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, accusing Italy of failing to take a stronger role in global security matters despite its contributions to NATO. In comments posted on his social media platform, Trump argued that European allies, including......

United States launches investigation into Germany over pharmaceutical pricing practices

The United States government has opened an official investigation into Germany’s pharmaceutical pricing policies, in a move that could potentially lead to the imposition of new tariffs on medical products. The inquiry, announced by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), will......

European Parliament Set to Approve EU-US Trade Deal Despite Ongoing Trump-Era Tensions

The European Parliament is set to vote this Tuesday on the trade agreement reached in 2025 between the European Union and the United States, a crucial step for the future of transatlantic economic relations. Negotiated amid significant trade tensions, the agreement provides for the elimination of most......

US urges greater defence spending as NATO reassures Asian partners

The debate over defence spending and alliance responsibilities took center stage at a major security forum in Singapore, where senior American and NATO officials addressed growing geopolitical challenges and the future of international security cooperation. Speaking before military leaders, policymakers,......

Meloni distances herself from Merz criticism of MAGA movement

The emerging Rome Berlin axis in European politics is facing its first strain after Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni publicly broke with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over his criticism of the American MAGA movement, exposing diverging views on transatlantic relations only weeks after the two......