The World Economic Forum in Davos 2026 turned heads on Tuesday when Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever delivered a bold warning to the United States. At a packed session, De Wever accused the US of crossing a "red line" in transatlantic relations, urging European leaders to stand their ground.
"Europe has grown too reliant on and lenient toward the US," De Wever said, arguing that it's time to recalibrate the partnership. He added that the alliance faces a clear fork in the road: stand united or risk a split.
His comments tap into broader concerns over trade imbalances, security commitments, and political influence. For EU policymakers, the challenge is finding a balance between cooperation with a key ally and safeguarding Europe's own interests. 🎯
As discussions continue in the Alpine resort, many eyes are on whether other EU leaders will echo De Wever's call for a tougher stance. Can Brussels rally to send a united message, or will cracks in the transatlantic bond deepen? 🌍
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