“He was angry about nations not spending enough money on their own security, on their ability to defend themselves, which is Article 3. For decades, many nations have neglected this duty, believing that the United States would save them.”Did what he askedNow it is a different situation. Last year, the US Congress approved a legislation that prevents any president from withdrawing the US from NATO without Senate approval or an act of Congress. Of course, Europe must be able to do more with deterrence and defense and invest in capabilities that currently only the United States has, says admiral Robert Bauer. If he returns to the Arctic Circle Assembly in Iceland next year, it will be as a civilian.

Source: The North Africa Journal October 21, 2024 03:04 UTC