Trump says 'ridiculous' for US to maintain current support for NATO
Trump criticizes US support for NATO as 'ridiculous'
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US former President Trump has stated that it is 'ridiculous' for the US to maintain its current level of support for NATO. Coverage from various news outlets, including The Times of Israel, Foreign Policy, Financial Times, The Guardian, and Euronews, emphasizes Trump's comments ahead of a NATO alliance summit.
These outlets highlight Trump's stance on the issue. The situation is being closely watched as it comes ahead of a NATO summit; further developments are expected.
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Quick answers
What did Trump say about US support for NATO?
Trump said it is 'ridiculous' for the US to maintain its current level of support for NATO.
Which news outlets are covering this story?
The Times of Israel, Foreign Policy, Financial Times, The Guardian, and Euronews.
When did Trump's comments emerge?
2026-07-03
Coverage (7)
- Explainer: What are the key challenges facing NATO? Reuters · 8h ago
- Donald Trump Melts Down at Allies in Late-Night Takedown The Daily Beast · 8h ago
- Trump says ‘ridiculous’ for US to maintain current support for NATO The Times of Israel · 8h ago
- Angsty in Ankara Foreign Policy · 8h ago
- Pay more for defence to get goodies from Trump, US tells Nato allies Financial Times · 8h ago
- ‘Ridiculous’ for US to maintain current Nato support, Trump warns ahead of alliance summit The Guardian · 8h ago
- Trump says 'ridiculous' for US to maintain current support for NATO Euronews · 8h ago broke it first
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