German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that NATO remains a strong alliance, despite new threats from US President Donald Trump regarding Washington's possible withdrawal from the Alliance. This is reported by the German publication WAZ and world media, writes UNN.
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According to Reuters, tensions between the US and European allies have escalated amid the war with Iran. Trump openly criticizes NATO due to the unwillingness of European countries to join American actions in the region and even allows the US to withdraw from the Alliance.
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Against this background, Wadephul emphasized that the alliance has not lost its strength and remains a key foundation for the security of Europe and the transatlantic space. Earlier, he also stated that the security of NATO countries is possible only through joint actions, solidarity, and unity of allies.
Crisis in the Alliance escalates
Trump's recent statements have heightened concerns in European capitals about the future role of the US in NATO. Additional tension was caused by the Pentagon's refusal to directly confirm its unconditional commitment to the principle of collective defense, enshrined in Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
Against the backdrop of this crisis, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is expected to visit Washington in the coming days. According to Reuters, the Alliance's headquarters fear that the current conflict could become one of the most serious tests for NATO in decades.
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