Trump says he may try to pull U.S. out of NATO since allies "weren't there for us" in Iran war
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump told Britain's Telegraph he might attempt to end U.S. membership in NATO, criticizing the alliance as a "paper tiger" and expressing frustration with allies' refusal to join a war against Iran.
- Trump has long disparaged NATO but cannot unilaterally withdraw the U.S.; such a move requires a two-thirds Senate approval according to U.S. law.
- His comments raise concerns among NATO allies, especially as they support Ukraine amid Russia's invasion, while Russian President Putin likely views Trump's stance as favorable to his goals of undermining NATO.
- Trump compared the Ukraine and Iran conflicts, suggesting U.S. support should be automatic despite allies not reciprocating, highlighting his view that Ukraine was not America's problem but a test of commitment.
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed the UK's full commitment to NATO, calling it the most effective military alliance in history.
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