Summary
The Pentagon told NATO allies in Europe that they need to take on most of NATO's non-nuclear defense duties from the U.S. by 2027. The U.S. warned that it might reduce its defense role if Europe does not meet this deadline. European officials think the deadline is short, while U.S. officials are unhappy with Europe's slow progress since the Russia-Ukraine war began.
Key Facts
- The Pentagon wants Europe to handle most non-nuclear defense responsibilities by 2027.
- The message was delivered to NATO diplomats in Washington, D.C.
- The U.S. might decrease its defense coordination if the deadline is missed.
- Some European officials believe the 2027 deadline is too short.
- U.S. officials are not satisfied with Europe's defense progress since the Russia-Ukraine conflict started.
- The Trump administration describes Europe's Ukraine war expectations as "unrealistic" in a new security strategy.
- Newsweek contacted the Pentagon for comments outside regular hours.
