European Leaders Condemn US Actions and Warn of Global Order Breakdown
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sharply criticized Donald Trump, accusing him of destroying the international world order by breaking international laws and promoting a 'den of robbers' scenario where powerful nations exploit weaker ones. Steinmeier warned that medium-sized and smaller countries are increasingly marginalized and vulnerable to domination by great powers. French President Emmanuel Macron echoed concerns, stating that the US is turning away from allies and undermining multilateral institutions, leading to a world of competing great powers with a temptation to divide the globe. The controversy includes recent US actions such as the invasion of Venezuela, the detention of former President Nicolás Maduro, and discussions about seizing Greenland, a Danish territory, which drew international criticism. UK MPs called for FIFA to expel the US from the World Cup over its actions in Venezuela and threats against other nations. Overall, European leaders warn that US behavior under Trump is weakening global stability, eroding international law, and risking the safety of smaller nations.
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