US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO
Summary
The U.S. Pentagon official Elbridge Colby has asked European countries to take more responsibility for their defense within NATO. He emphasized that Europe needs to lead its defense efforts and not rely heavily on the U.S. The U.S. will still help but wants a balance of roles in the NATO alliance.Key Facts
- Elbridge Colby, a Pentagon official, spoke in Brussels urging Europe to lead its defense in NATO.
- He called for a new approach called "NATO 3.0," where Europe takes primary defense responsibility.
- The U.S. will continue providing nuclear deterrence and help in a limited way.
- Colby stated this is not a withdrawal but shows trust in European allies' capabilities.
- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte highlighted U.S. nuclear support as crucial for European security.
- Rutte mentioned financial pledges for Ukraine’s defense through the PURL initiative.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy requested more defense support against Russian strikes.
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