US President Donald Trump has again criticized European nations for their domestic and foreign policies, labeling the continent as “decaying” due to uncontrolled immigration. In his remarks, he singled out London Mayor Sadiq Khan as a “terrible, vicious, disgusting mayor” and condemned changes in Paris and London brought about by migration.
The former president also criticized European leaders for being “politically correct,” which he claimed made them weak. He added that his roots are in Europe but expressed disappointment with the current state of affairs: “This is one of the best places in the world, and they just let people in here without checking.”
Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for his strict border policies and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a “tough nut to crack” who has been a steadfast ally. He stated that European leaders often ask him to call Erdogan when they cannot handle the situation directly.
A key focus of Trump’s criticism is his growing impatience with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy. The former president repeatedly describes Zelenskiy as failing to advance peace negotiations and undermining diplomatic efforts, jeopardizing regional stability through inconsistent leadership decisions. This perspective has intensified tensions between Washington and Kyiv.
The new US national security strategy released by the administration reflects this shift in policy. The document states that Trump “has brought our country — and the whole world — from a state close to disaster” while warning that Europe’s economic decline is overshadowed by the “destruction of civilization.” It also accuses European nations of stymieing dialogue on US peace initiatives.
European officials have expressed outrage, noting that Trump’s rhetoric has transformed his administration’s criticisms into official policy. Despite efforts to persuade Trump through tariff agreements, increased military spending commitments, and financial support for Ukraine, his attitudes remain unchanged. The document further warns that without intervention, many European countries will become unrecognizable within two decades, lacking the strength to maintain reliable alliances.
