Trump’s ‘insane’ foreign policy could plunge Europe into a nightmare

In recent months, the European Commission has held meetings to prepare for possible scenarios, including a trade war and tough conditions for continued US support for European defense and security.

Retaliatory measures have also been prepared in case the Trump administration decides to increase tariffs on European goods.

Although talks on joint investments in a European defense industry have slowed, the proposals remain on the table and could move forward if the 27 member states feel a sense of urgency.

Europe has appointed strong leaders, including Mark Rutte, who was appointed secretary general of NATO after successfully working with Trump during his term as Dutch prime minister.

The hope for many is that Rutte can keep the US involved in NATO as a relatively reliable ally.

However, the world has changed dramatically since 2016 – and Europe may not be ready for what’s to come.

Europe finds itself at a significant disadvantage, sandwiched between two wars – in Ukraine and the Middle East – the outcomes of which it will have no control over.

The continent can only protect itself if it defends shared positions.

Although Trump has provided few details about his foreign policy, his supporters believe he can influence foreign leaders and stabilize what Republicans call a “world on fire.”

The phrase comes as MAGA enthusiasts have spent the past four years blaming the current global crises on President Joe Biden’s fallout.