According to the article, the recent terrorist attacks in Brussels showed that Washington "has turned away from Europe and the Middle East to focus on the purely 'American' sphere of interests."
Europe, which is currently on the brink of a collapse due to the migration crisis, the possible Brexit, an economic downturn and terrorist attacks, can no longer rely on Washington’s support, the author wrote.
"Washington’s reputation has turned into a symbol, a marginal symbol amid the global crisis. And there are still no preconditions for changes," the article noted.
If Hillary Clinton is elected president of the US she is not expected to change the current foreign political course. "There will be more gesticulation than during Obama’s term but without taking more actions," it read.
As for Donald Trump, his position indicates that Washington is likely to change the course. Speaking on the fight against Daesh, Trump hinted that the US will not take additional risks, protecting the Middle East and Europe.
According to the candidate, the US should focus efforts on dealing with other issues, including reforming NATO. The security conception of the alliance is getting obsolete and too costly for Washington. Changes also should be made to the US doctrine on protecting South Korea and Japan.
"America is tired of playing the role of a global gendarme. Trump is ready to abandon part of this role even if Washington loses some of its influence," the article concluded.
