Published: Jun 23, 2026, 13:42 IST | Updated: Jun 23, 2026, 13:42 IST
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again sparked controversy after criticizing NATO, claiming that the alliance “was not there for the United States.”
His remarks have reignited debate over burden-sharing within NATO, long-standing tensions between the U.S. and European allies, and the future direction of Western military cooperation. The statement comes amid heightened global geopolitical uncertainty and ongoing conflicts that continue to test alliance unity.