United States President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his dedication to NATO’s Article 5 regarding mutual defense and is scheduled to attend a NATO summit in The Hague this June, as stated by Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski during a press briefing in Brussels on Friday.
Trump’s security policies have raised concerns in Europe about the reliability of U.S. support in the event of an attack, prompting some to question America’s commitment to mutual defense.
Nevertheless, during a NATO foreign ministers’ meeting in Brussels, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured allies on Thursday that the United States remains committed to the alliance, while also emphasizing the expectation for increased defense spending from member nations, allowing them time to adjust.
When asked at the summit if he believed the U.S. would defend NATO territory, Sikorski responded affirmatively, stating, “yes.”
“President Trump has confirmed this to the leaders; it remains valid, and from what we understand, he will attend the summit in The Hague,” he added.
NATO leaders are set to convene in the Dutch city from June 24 to 26.
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