Only one in 10 Europeans now see US as an ally, survey suggests
Summary
A recent survey shows that only about 10% of Europeans now see the United States as a reliable ally for their security. Many Europeans doubt the US would help them if attacked and are ready to protect themselves by increasing their own defense efforts and relying more on neighboring countries.Key Facts
- The survey covered 15 European countries and found only 11% see the US as an ally, down from 22% in November 2024.
- Majorities in every country doubt the US would come to their aid if attacked.
- Europeans are increasingly willing to spend more on their own national defense.
- Nearly half (47%) support collective EU borrowing to finance higher defense budgets.
- Most Europeans prefer to reduce dependence on US military equipment and buy European-made weapons.
- There is low support (29%) for replacing NATO with an EU-only defense force.
- Many Europeans expect US-European relations to improve after President Donald Trump leaves office.
- Despite energy challenges, many Europeans oppose resuming oil and gas imports from Russia.
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