European trust in the United States declines significantly

Source:Les Echos

02 — Who / Subject

European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

03 — Where / Locus

Europe

04 — When / Temporality

June 9, 2026

Verified: June 9, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"Only 11% of Europeans now consider the US a reliable ally. Trust between European nations is increasing, fostering a push for autonomous defense. Criticism is particularly high in France, with many viewing the US as a rival."

Conflict Analysis

The survey reflects a growing geopolitical shift in Europe, moving away from traditional reliance on the US toward strategic autonomy.

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The End of the West: Crisis in the Atlantic Alliance

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This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the historical and structural tensions within the transatlantic alliance, explaining why European nations are increasingly questioning the reliability of U.S. leadership and seeking strategic autonomy.

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