politics
March 18, 2026
EU and NATO leadership ‘worst in decades’
The Iran war has exposed the EU’s incompetence, submission to US, and failure to protect the bloc’s interests, Claudi Perez argues
TL;DR
- Claudi Perez criticizes EU and NATO leaders for their responses to the US-Israeli attack on Iran.
- Mark Rutte's praise for Trump and support for US strikes are deemed sycophantic and damaging to his credibility.
- Ursula von der Leyen's pro-Israel stance and initial statement were seen as disastrous, forcing a reversal.
- Kaja Kallas is described as inconsistent, undermining her position on securing the Strait of Hormuz.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is criticized for failing to defend Spain's condemnation of the US-Israeli actions.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is noted for his clear 'no to war' stance.
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