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Defense decoupling is no longer just a European fear — it’s Trump’s policy
The Pentagon has halted the sale of Tomahawk missiles to Germany and reduced U.S. military deployments in Europe, signaling a shift toward decoupling U.S. security from Europe. This move aligns with broader U.S. efforts to rebalance defense contributions and avoid Russian escalation, echoing historical tensions over nuclear arms control.
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