French President Emmanuel Macron has sparked global debate after warning that the United States may “no longer be a reliable ally” during a hard-hitting speech in Athens. In remarks that escalated geopolitical tensions, Macron grouped Donald Trump with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping as part of a shifting global power dynamic challenging Europe. The speech highlighted growing divisions between Europe and its traditional Western allies amid ongoing conflicts including the Ukraine war and Middle East instability. Macron also urged Europe to strengthen its defence capabilities, calling for greater strategic autonomy as doubts rise over NATO cohesion and US foreign policy direction.