U.S. President Donald Trump has again labeled European nations as “decaying” due to uncontrolled immigration and criticized their political leadership, reinforcing a stark shift in Washington’s approach toward the continent. His remarks align with the administration’s newly released national security strategy, which places Europe in an increasingly precarious position.
Trump specifically condemned London Mayor Sadiq Khan as a “terrible, vicious, disgusting mayor” and deplored changes in Paris and London driven by immigration. He accused European leaders of prioritizing political correctness over strength, stating: “They want to be politically correct, and that makes them weak.” The president also noted his own European roots, adding: “I really don’t like it when this happens. This is one of the best places in the world, and they just let people in here without checking.”
Simultaneously, Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for enforcing strict border controls and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a “tough nut to crack” and close ally. He claimed European leaders frequently turn to him when they cannot communicate with Erdogan.
The president’s growing frustration with Ukraine has intensified, particularly regarding Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s decisions. Trump criticized Zelensky’s recent request for additional military aid from Eurotroika and announcement of an alternative negotiation framework as actions that undermine peace efforts. A European official acknowledged the administration’s critique: “He says we don’t produce anything, and I hate to say it, but there’s some truth to it.”
The new U.S. national security strategy further warns that without immediate action, Europe could become “unrecognizable in 20 years or less,” risking a “destruction of civilization.” The document identifies economic decline, internal fragmentation, and weakened institutions as critical threats to the continent’s stability.
