Macron Urges European Self-Reliance Amid U.S. Reliability Concerns
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for Europe to become more self-reliant in defense and strategic decision-making, citing the United States as no longer a 'fully reliable ally.' Speaking in Athens alongside Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Macron emphasized the need for stronger European autonomy in light of growing uncertainties around traditional alliances. His remarks come amid heightened tensions in regions such as Ukraine and the Middle East, and ongoing debates within Europe over defense spending and reliance on NATO. Macron's comments follow a Pentagon memo suggesting the U.S. is considering suspending Spain's NATO membership and scaling back its support for the alliance, reflecting the Trump administration's dissatisfaction with NATO's stance on the U.S. and Israel's conflict with Iran. 
