Brussels, Belgium, Jan 28, 2026 (AFP) - Europe urged to 'step up' on defence as Trump upends ties

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2026-01-28

Europe must step up efforts on defence and play a bigger role in NATO as US President Donald Trump has "shaken the transatlantic relationship to its foundation", EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said Wednesday. Trump rocked European allies this month by threatening to seize Greenland from NATO and EU member Denmark -- before eventually backing off. The crisis -- the latest to buffet ties since his return to power a year ago -- has reinforced calls f......

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