NATO chief says 'widespread support' for US Iran campaignBRUSSELS, Belgium, March 3, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - NATO chief Mark Rutte said Tuesday there was broad backing among US European allies for President Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran. Washington's bombardment of Iran -- which saw supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed -- has unleashed airstrikes across the Middle East. "I feel widespread support in Europe. Rutte underlined that the NATO military alliance -- founded to protect Europe and North America -- was "not involved" in the military operations. "But I can assure you that NATO will defend every inch of NATO territory," he said.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 03, 2026 15:21 UTC