Secretarul adjunct al apărării din SUA reafirmă angajamentul american faţă de NATO şi declară că Europa este „de interes fundamental”

Elbridge Colby reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to NATO's collective defense, emphasizing Europe's importance despite a focus on the Western Hemisphere and Asia. He acknowledged European allies' progress in defense responsibilities but noted more work is needed before discussing potential troop reductions. Colby highlighted the need for improvements in access and hosting arrangements. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the U.S. is consulting allies regarding troop positions in Europe.