The trust of German citizens in the United States fell sharply.
Only 16% of the Germans consider the United States a reliable partner. According to ARD Deutschlandtrend, trust in Germany fell by 38% compared to October last year.
The study also showed that almost a quarter of respondents are strongly or very concerned about security in Europe. And 84% of respondents consider NATO important to ensure peace in the EU.
France deserves the greatest trust among partner countries. 85% of Germany see a reliable partner in this country. British (78%) and Ukraine (44%) trust a little less. As for Russia, there were 10% of respondents among respondents among respondents, but 83% of respondents did not trust her at all.
Citizens learn that Germany and Europe should be more responsible for their own security. The small majority (54%) believes that Germany should become more independent of NATO and build a European military alliance.
Support for the creation of the Army of the EU countries, which has spoke from time to time in recent years. Almost two years ago, in June 2023, it was a little more than half (53%). A year ago, in April 2024, it was already 59%. Now seven out of ten Germans (71%).
Source: Racurs
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