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Europe starts learning how to become third world country — Trump

TASS English · 2026-07-05

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• What happened: US President Donald Trump criticized European nations for their migration policies, claiming they are leading to a transformation into a "third-world country." • Why it matters: Trump's remarks highlight ongoing tensions between the US and European allies regarding immigration and security policies, potentially affecting diplomatic relations. • What to watch next: Monitor reactions from European leaders and any policy changes in response to Trump's comments, as well as the broader implications for transatlantic relations.

Europe starts learning how to become third world country — Trump US President Donald Trump criticized European allies of Washington for too soft migration policyWASHINGTON, July 5. /TASS/. European nations are starting to learn how the transformation into a third-world country takes place because of the migration policy, US President Donald Trump said. "Europe is learning that when you take in Third World criminals, you become a Third World Country. It happens quickly, in just a blink of the eye. I was elected just in time," the US leader wrote on Truth Social. Trump repeatedly criticized European allies of Washington for too soft migration policy. 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