Alliances unravel amid shifting US stance

Recently, US President Donald Trump's statements and actions have made some of America's long-time allies worried.

The concern isn't about a specific demand, but about the way the US is thinking about international relations.

It seems like the US is treating alliances more like business deals that can be changed at any time, rather than long-term partnerships based on history and shared goals.

Some people think this is a good thing because it puts pressure on allies to contribute more.

But others are worried that this could make alliances weaker and less reliable.

When allies start to doubt each other, they might start preparing to take care of themselves, which could lead to more mistakes and less cooperation.

In the end, it's about whether power can be used responsibly and if strength can go hand in hand with responsibility.