Germany expresses skepticism about the future of the European Union, in the context of the advance of nationalist parties and the attacks of the Trump administration: "The end of the EU is no longer a taboo"

Skepticism towards the European project has increased, and leaders like Franziska Brantner emphasize that without a united reaction, the EU risks disintegration. Security and defense issues are neglected priorities, and the idea of a united Europe is becoming less viable. Friedrich Merz, the leader of the CDU, has become more cautious and has not proposed a clear vision for the future of Europe, while pro-European parties face indifference towards political integration. Analysts suggest the formation of a hard core of European states to collaborate in the field of security, considering the current difficulties and the EU's lack of action in the face of international challenges.