With the 76-year-old transatlantic military and political alliance between America and Europe crashing down, experts warn that Washington may never win back the trust of Europeans.

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Finland's President Alexander Stubb said on Thursday that all of Europe should engage with the United States on the issue of trade tariffs.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev said on Thursday that he saw a "positive dynamic" in relations between Moscow and Washington, though more meetings were needed to sort out differences.

The European Union wants more defense autonomy from the United States. But they still want a partnership with Washington.

After three days of separate talks with the U.S., Ukraine and Russia say they have reached a deal to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and take steps toward a limited ceasefire by halting strikes on energy facilities.

Central bank chief Lagarde wants the Continent to take greater control of its destiny. But Europe lags in growth and innovation.

How the United States chooses to shift the burdens of the war onto Europe will shape what the Europeans can accomplish. Much depends on whether the United States wants Ukraine to be able to continue to defend itself as it negotiates or whether Washington is prepared to force Kyiv to settle on any terms.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also said she opposed the proposed U.S. ceasefire plan for Ukraine

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told NATO allies they must make hard choices and increase defense spending to 5% to bolster capabilities in face of emboldened adversaries.