Russia Hails Strategic Alignment with Washington
Russia has surprisingly endorsed the United States’ new National Security Strategy under President Donald Trump — calling it a move that mirrors Moscow’s own political outlook.
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| Russia Praises New US Security Strategy: A Shift Toward Moscow’s Geopolitical Vision? |
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told state media outlet TASS that the revised strategy contains notable changes that are “largely consistent with Russia’s vision of global security”. He added that Moscow considers this a positive shift, though it plans to closely review the final implications.
A Softer Tone Toward Russia Raises European Concerns
The 33-page strategy report suggests that Europe is on the brink of “civilizational erasure” and places less emphasis on portraying Russia as a direct threat to US interests.
However, this softer rhetorical approach has already triggered concerns across the European Union:
- EU officials fear weakened pressure on Russia regarding the war in Ukraine.
- The report claims the EU is obstructing US-backed peace efforts.
- It encourages reshaping European politics by supporting “patriotic parties” across the continent.
Some European analysts argue that the messaging sounds closer to Kremlin-style language than traditional US foreign policy.
“America First” Approach Extends Worldwide
Beyond Europe, the strategy pushes several bold initiatives:
- Increased military readiness in the Caribbean and Pacific
- Potential action against “drug-trafficking vessels”
- Greater defense contributions from Japan, Australia, South Korea, and Taiwan
Meanwhile, US lawmakers warn the strategy could damage long-standing global alliances. Congressman Jason Crow described the shift as “catastrophic to America’s global standing.”
European Leaders Push Back
European officials — including Germany’s Foreign Minister Wadephul and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk — stressed that:
The US should see Europe as a trusted ally, not a problem.
Some leaders argue that inserting political debates over identity and expression into a security document could strain transatlantic unity.
Former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt criticized the strategy as “to the right of the extreme right.”
What This Means for US-Russia Relations
As Washington and Moscow evaluate the strategy’s long-term effects, the new posture could mark a major geopolitical turning point. Analysts say the shift may open the door for diplomatic realignment — or deepen divisions within Europe.