Just 1 in 10 Europeans now view the U.S. as an ally, according to new poll: "Collapse in faith"
Just one in every 10 Europeans now sees the U.S. as an ally, according to a major new poll conducted by the European Council on Foreign Relations across 15 European countries.
TL;DR
- Only 11% of nearly 20,000 Europeans surveyed across 15 countries view the U.S. as an ally.
- This represents a significant decrease from 16% six months prior and 22% in November 2024.
- Half of respondents see the U.S. as a "necessary partner," while 25% consider it a rival or adversary.
- Majorities in all polled countries lack confidence that the U.S. would provide aid if their nation came under attack.
- Most respondents believe their governments should increase European arms purchases and develop independent nuclear deterrents.
- The poll authors cited President Trump's actions as potential influences on European sentiment.
- Europeans expect relations with the U.S. to improve after President Trump leaves office.