Europe must stand without the US but the latest war in the Middle East shows it has no idea how | Nathalie Tocci
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The article discusses the challenges European leaders face in establishing an autonomous stance on Middle Eastern issues after the breakdown of transatlantic relations. With previous attempts to create a cohesive European approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and other regional dilemmas, recent actions from Israel and the US complicate this landscape. As Europe grapples with a moral imperative to respond to war crimes in Gaza while addressing threats from Iran, its trajectory toward a more independent foreign policy faces significant setbacks, notably due to US interventions.
European leaders are grappling with the need to assert autonomy in Middle East policy amidst a fractured transatlantic relationship and increasing US-Iran tensions.
The EU's shift towards greater moral clarity in its Middle East approach is jeopardized by Israel's aggressive actions and US support, complicating its diplomatic efforts.
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