As much as the current German government would wish otherwise, the North Stream 2 pipeline controversy continues to threaten European unity as well as transatlantic solidarity.
Donald Trump’s Diplomatic War on Europe

The Trump administration uses diplomatic protocol to slap the EU in the face, while cuddling up to Putin and Erdogan.
EU Defense Cooperation: Threat or Benefit for NATO?

Britain has long opposed an EU defense identity fearing it would undermine NATO. Post Brexit, the remaining 27 members can forge ahead.
Europe — As Irritating as Women’s Lib?
Four theses on where the United States stands vis-à-vis Europe.
Europe and the United States: A Perfect Divorce
Will a second Bush term in the White House permanently mar transatlantic relations?
Renewing the Transatlantic Security Partnership
Why do both the United States and Europe need a transatlantic alliance?
Adieu to U.S. Unilateralism?
Has the transatlantic alliance finally reemerged after two years of tension?
The Return of the German Problem
How has the increased fluidity of European and transatlantic relations affected German political identity?