Europe Vs US: Is It Third Front opening for War?
The U.S. and Europe may clash on a number of issues, it is unlikely that a third war front is opening between them.
Transatlantic relations: The United States and Europe are on a collision course that may fundamentally alter and transform transatlantic relations. It is not just one issue that will trigger a clash but seemingly every issue, including NATO, Ukraine, climate, trade, tech regulations, and China.
Trade war: A U.S.-EU trade relationship is one of the most important in the history of the world. Trump’s proposed trade agenda, with upward of 20 percent tariffs, will hurt the European economy, which is even more dependent on the U.S. market for exports as China is squeezing out European products.
Ukraine: There are fears in Europe of a “Yalta II” scenario, echoing the 1945 conference in which the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union carved up the future of post–World War II Eastern Europe, which will add to a deep sense of distrust toward Washington and likely lead to more tension in other policy areas. New U.S. defense chief Pete Hegseth has ruled out NATO membership for Ukraine.
