Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung criticizes Europe in context of Trump and Putin
The Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung featured an image on its cover showing Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump against the backdrop of European leaders from France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, whom it called "dwarfs." The article, titled "Trump, Putin and a bunch of dwarfs: why Europe does not grow up," argues that the United States does not see Europe as an equal partner and that this will not change.
The article states that Europe’s inability to unite is not the main reason it remains a second-tier power. This emphasizes Europe’s persistent weakness as a geopolitical actor compared to other major powers.
The piece invites reflection on Europe’s future integration and its role in global politics, offering a critical perspective on the current state of affairs.
