The National Interest

Why NATO Won’t Collapse

The longstanding Western alliance is far more likely to evolve and accommodate US demands for a strengthened Europe.

France-US conundrum: Why Paris now sees Washington as a risk to European sovereignty in NATO | Explained

France has been skeptical of over-reliance on US leadership in NATO. Macron push for a more sovereign Europe bolstered by unity against US coercion.

NATO Is Having a Military Exercise. The U.S., Its Largest Member, Won’t Be There.

The operation, Steadfast Dart, comes as President Trump has been accused of undermining the alliance and will be watched closely to see how well the allies manage without their most important partner.

German leader hails Europe as an ‘alternative to imperialism and autocracy’

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the European Union can be an “alternative to imperialism and autocracy” and can forge deals with like-minded partners in a world of increasing great power rivalry.

Rubio warns NATO allies US is 'not simply focused on Europe,' doesn't have unlimited resources

Marco Rubio tells NATO allies the U.S. "may be the richest country in the world, but we don't have unlimited resources," discussing defense needs.