“Ischinger, a former US ambassador closely associated with the event for decades, said he also hoped the event would contribute to a more self-reliant Europe, 'after 80 years of relying on the American security umbrella.'”

MSC braces for more of Trump's 'wrecking-ball politics'

“Wolfgang Ischinger tells DW that he has "a lot of sympathy" for the American demand that Europe should take its defense into its own hands. "We should respond to it and become more self-confident," Ischinger said.”

MSC chair: Trust in transatlantic relations damaged