Trump Threatens to Limit NATO Defense Over Funding Disputes

The U.S. president questions NATO's collective defense principle, demanding allies increase military spending to 5% of GDP.

Donald Trump reiterated that NATO allies not meeting higher defense spending targets may lose U.S. military support in the event of an attack.
The U.S. president criticized NATO's Article 5, which ensures collective defense, questioning whether allies would assist the U.S. if needed.
Trump called for NATO members to raise their defense budgets to 5% of their GDP, far exceeding the current 2% target, which few nations meet.
During his previous term, Trump threatened a U.S. withdrawal from NATO, claiming his pressure led to increased spending by member states.
In response to U.S. policy shifts, the European Union has announced plans for significant defense investments, including a potential €800 billion initiative.