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Europe and the United States are deeply linked through a complex transatlantic security and political relationship, as evidenced by their shared NATO commitments [1], [2], [3] and ongoing debates regarding European strategic autonomy [4], [5], [6]. Their partnership is defined by mutual, though sometimes strained, cooperation on global security issues, including the Russia-Ukraine war [7], [8], [9] and the management of geopolitical interests in Asia and the Middle East [10], [11], [12].
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Independence play: Europe's pursuit of strategic autonomy ecfr.eu 14 facts
claimEstonian officials express concern that an autonomous Europe will improve its relationship with Russia and distance itself from the United States.
claimHungary is aware of the United States' pivot away from Europe.
perspectiveGermany is recognizing that it and Europe may need to improve their capabilities to prepare for a future where the United States is less engaged with Europe.
claimEurope maintains a network of political, economic, and military relationships with international powers other than the United States.
perspectiveSlovakia, along with Bulgaria, France, Italy, and Slovenia, considers United States concerns regarding European strategic autonomy (ESA) initiatives to be strange, arguing that these initiatives address Washington's demands for Europe to contribute more to the defense burden.
perspectiveBerlin believes Europe must adopt a stronger geopolitical role because the United States appears to be changing its perspective on alliances and rules-based multilateralism.
claimMost European Union member states view European strategic autonomy efforts as a means to build Europe's capacity for action rather than a way to gain autonomy from the United States.
claimBulgarian officials are surprised by United States opposition to European strategic autonomy, as they view it as a way for Europe to take up a greater share of the defence burden.
perspectiveSlovenian officials are surprised by United States concerns regarding European strategic autonomy (ESA), viewing ESA as the best way to answer Washington's calls for Europe to take up a greater share of the defense burden.
claimBy improving Europe's strategic autonomy, France aims to ensure that the continent can protect its security interests even if the United States and NATO do not or cannot act.
claimAlthough Austria is a neutral, non-NATO country that appears insulated from a potential United States withdrawal from Europe, it indirectly relies on the United States security guarantee.
claimStrategic autonomy is defined as the establishment of a capacity to work together in Europe when European and American interests are not aligned, especially in regional crises on Europe’s eastern and southern flanks, rather than autarky or the rejection of United States support.
claimLithuania believes that Europe should make a greater effort to consider United States sensitivities when developing European strategic autonomy.
perspectiveThe Croatian government perceives United States concerns regarding European Strategic Autonomy as a misunderstanding that Europe needs to resolve.
Transatlantic relations and European strategic autonomy in the ... - FIIA fiia.fi 5 facts
claimA 'major reform model' for transatlantic relations would require the United States to treat Europe as an equal partner and abandon the long-held belief that the United States is 'first among equals'.
claimThe Biden administration views Europe as a key partner in its foreign policy model due to Europe's support for the international rules-based order and its history of cooperation with the United States.
perspectiveThe FIIA paper argues that a 'benign neglect' approach by the United States would be detrimental to transatlantic relations because it would reduce US attention toward Europe and diminish European agency.
perspectiveThe United States prefers Europe to act as a dependable junior partner in a 'free world coalition' against autocracy, a strategic preference that limits the potential for European strategic autonomy.
claimThe United States might revive reservations regarding the potential duplication of capabilities or discrimination against non-EU NATO member states, and maintain wariness regarding Europe’s ability to manage internal divisions and maintain adequate defense investments.
Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War and the Changing Face ... rand.org 5 facts
claimIf the United States withdraws from its alliance commitments in Europe, most NATO members, particularly frontline states, would likely accelerate rearmament to counter the perception that U.S. disengagement offers Russia a chance to pursue further territorial aggression in Europe.
claimThe Russia-Ukraine war has weakened relationships between Europe and Russia, and between Europe and China, while strengthening relationships between the United States and its European allies.
claimCloser alignment between the United States and Europe could allow the United States to direct more security resources toward the Indo-Pacific region and help deter conflict in Asia.
perspectiveUnited States and European policymakers face challenges in preparing for major, prolonged conflicts.
claimThe United States is applying lessons learned from operations in Ukraine to the Indo-Pacific region, though there has been less focus on how these lessons could reshape the U.S. approach to defending allies in Europe.
An Integrated U.S. Strategy to Address Iran's Nuclear and Regional ... carnegieendowment.org 3 facts
claimIncreasing commercial ties with the United States is a polarizing topic in Tehran, where pragmatists welcome such ties, but hardliners are skeptical of U.S. motivations and prefer working with Asian and European partners who impose fewer restrictions and do not criticize Iran's domestic behavior.
perspectiveUnilateral U.S. pressure is likely to fail if Iran perceives escape routes in Europe, Russia, and Asia.
claimThe Carnegie Endowment for International Peace operates a global network of policy research centers in Russia, China, Europe, the Middle East, India, and the United States.
Quest for Strategic Autonomy? Europe Grapples with the US - China ... realinstitutoelcano.org 3 facts
perspectiveThe prevailing political mood in Europe is characterized by caution, driven by tensions with China and the United States, as well as sensitivity to United States expectations and the political costs of alignment with Beijing.
claimUnited States economic policies hold the potential to significantly disrupt existing patterns of economic cooperation in Europe, although these effects are not yet observable in the data.
claimThe United States remains the key security partner for most European countries.
Iran's Strategies in Response To Changes in US-China Relations mepc.org 2 facts
claimChina brokered a deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia, fulfilling a mediation role that the United States and Europe failed to play in recent years.
accountFollowing the US withdrawal from the nuclear agreement in 2018 and the subsequent imposition of a maximum pressure campaign by President Donald Trump, European firms ceased business with Iran, and the Chinese banking system limited the scope of its operations with Iran.
The European quest for autonomy at a time of shifting paradigms tepsa.eu 2 facts
perspectiveA stronger, more autonomous Europe is the necessary basis for a sustainable partnership with the United States.
claimThe United States' "pivot to Asia" policy during the Barack Obama presidency and repeated calls for Europe to invest more in its own security were signals that Europeans failed to interpret correctly.
The EU between strategic autonomy and the transatlantic relationship esisc.org 2 facts
claimA stronger, less security-dependent Europe would be a significant asset to the United States as Washington prepares for a sustained period of great power competition against China.
claimThe United States faces security concerns in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Sub-Saharan Africa, the High North, and the Arctic.
Gilbert Doctorow: Russia & China Reconsider U.S. Relations Over ... singjupost.com 1 fact
claimThe 'Iran war' is causing a split in the relationship between the United States and European nations.
Opportunities for Collective Regional Security in the Middle East carnegieendowment.org 1 fact
claimGreat powers, including the United States, China, Europe, and Russia, often prioritize strategic interests over humanitarian and developmental considerations in the Middle East, which perpetuates and exacerbates regional instability.
A “Good Deal” with Iran? Requirements for Preventing a Future ... washingtoninstitute.org 1 fact
perspectiveThe Washington Institute recommends a comprehensive ban on Iranian intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) development, citing the threat to U.S. and European homeland security and the likelihood of Iran achieving this capability within a few years without constraints.
Can the European Union Reduce Dependence on the United States? cescube.com 1 fact
referenceThe 'asymmetric interdependence persistent' scenario for EU–US security relations involves Europe increasing its military capabilities while remaining nested within NATO’s command structure to support American global interests, assuming the United States remains committed to Europe despite its pivot to Asia.
Europe's quest for strategic autonomy in response to Trumpism link.springer.com 1 fact
claimEurope can no longer assume that shared values, shared geostrategic interests, and the United States' role as a protector are guaranteed, necessitating that the European Union engage the United States as a strong, capable actor with its own distinct interests, agenda, and strategic capacities.
War in Ukraine | Global Conflict Tracker - Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org 1 fact
measurementThe United States increased its troop presence in Europe to more than one hundred thousand soldiers.
Geopolitical, Strategic, and Humanitarian Implications of ... ardd-jo.org 1 fact
claimUnlike the government of the Shah, which was ousted in 1979 and fled to Europe and the United States, Iran's current leadership has no viable path into exile and expects to fight for survival without compromise.
The impact of the Iran conflict on global energy markets atlanticcouncil.org 1 fact
referenceThe Atlantic Council's Middle East Programs work with allies and partners in Europe and the Middle East to protect US interests, build peace and security, and unlock the human potential of the region.
Iran Conflict Brief: The High Cost of Attacking Energy Infrastructure energypolicy.columbia.edu 1 fact
perspectiveAnne-Sophie Corbeau posits that Iran may be attempting to use economic pressure on Asian and European countries—via energy market disruption—to discourage them from supporting the United States and Israel in the current conflict.
Conflict in the Middle East and the Impact on the Global Economy trendsresearch.org 1 fact
claimDisruption in oil supplies from the Strait of Hormuz will lead to a spike in oil prices and subsequent global inflation, affecting regions including Europe and the United States.
Europe's Strategic Shift: Navigating a New Geopolitical Era kashmirtimes.com 1 fact
perspectiveThe strategic drift of Europe away from the United States is characterized as a journey toward greater self-reliance, complexity, and networking, rather than a descent into isolationism.