Europe Takes Over More NATO Commander Roles
Summary
European countries will now lead all three NATO commands that handle military operations, a role previously managed by the United States. The U.S. has been urging Europe to take more responsibility, and these changes align with that goal. Meanwhile, the U.S. will handle some other NATO military commands.Key Facts
- European nations will lead NATO's Joint Force Commands previously managed by the U.S.
- The UK will head Joint Force Command Norfolk, and Italy will lead Joint Force Command Naples.
- Germany and Poland will share leadership of Joint Force Command Brunssum in the Netherlands.
- European and Canadian NATO members are increasing military spending, partly due to Russia-related concerns.
- NATO countries have pledged to spend more of their GDP on military-related expenses over the next decade.
- The U.S. will manage NATO's Maritime Command, Land Command, Air Command, and Special Operations Forces.
- Historically, NATO's top European commander (SACEUR) has always been American, with a Brit as the deputy.
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