The Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, stated that Europe is the closest ally of the USA, responding to criticisms that the new US National Security Strategy includes critical remarks about the European Union.

The Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, reacted to the new U.S. National Security Strategy, which denounces the European Union as being undemocratic and claims that it undermines freedom of expression. Tusk emphasized that Europe is the closest ally of the United States, not a problem, and reminded of the importance of collaboration in the face of common enemies.

The criticisms from the U.S. reflect the rhetoric of nationalist parties in Europe, and Tusk, a fervent supporter of the EU, highlighted the need to remain faithful to the principles of common security.

In contrast, Kaja Kallas, the head of EU foreign affairs, took a more conciliatory approach, acknowledging that some criticisms are justified. The European Commission reaffirmed the EU's autonomy in decision-making, while Elon Musk mocked Tusk's post, expressing his disapproval of EU bureaucracy.