Europe's Waning Trust in U.S. as an Ally: Survey Findings

A survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations reveals that only 11% of Europeans view the United States as a reliable ally. This marks a historic low, highlighting eroding confidence in U.S. as a security partner ahead of major international summits.

A recent survey conducted by the European Council on Foreign Relations has found that only 11% of Europeans from 15 countries consider the United States a dependable ally. This figure represents a significant decrease from previous assessments, where 16% saw the U.S. as an ally half a year ago and 22% in November 2024.

The timing of these findings is crucial, as they were released just before the G7 and NATO summits. The survey sheds light on the growing doubts among European nations regarding Washington's reliability as a security partner.

The results show a clear trend of declining trust, with majorities in all surveyed countries expressing skepticism about the U.S.'s willingness or ability to defend them in case of an attack.