Important U.S. allies are trying to bolster their ties as the Trump administration shifts priorities and reshapes the world order.

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Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, announced a proposal meant to ramp up pressure on Moscow.

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A large Republican donor wants to buy a Russian pipeline to Germany. The White House has entertained the idea of working with the Kremlin to supply Russian gas to Europe.

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The Trump administration and the European Union are fast-tracking discussions toward a trade deal, but America’s right sometimes treats the bloc as more foe than friend.

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