Europe Struggles with Unpredictable US Trade Policies Under Trump’s Return

European leaders express bewilderment at the Trump administration’s erratic trade maneuvers, which have left the EU scrambling to adapt. A sudden 20% tariff on all EU exports to the US—briefly imposed then rescinded—exemplifies the volatility. "We’ve never seen anything like this," said EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, describing interactions with Washington as "very intense" and "disruptive."

The confusion extends beyond tariffs, with growing uncertainty about America’s stance on Ukraine further straining transatlantic relations. Brussels now faces the challenge of navigating an economic relationship where rules appear rewritten by tweet. market analysts note such geopolitical instability typically drives capital toward decentralized assets, though no direct cryptocurrency correlations appear in this development.