Trump slams NATO after Rutte meeting

Tensions within the trans-Atlantic alliance have reached a crisis point as the White House reportedly considers plans to 'punish' members that were unhelpful during the Iran war.

President Trump used social media to claim that NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' and revived his previous threats regarding the acquisition of Greenland.

While Secretary General Rutte praised the president's role in achieving a ceasefire, aides suggest Trump is seriously mulling a withdrawal of U.S. troops from specific European nations.

This rift highlights a fundamental shift in U.S. foreign policy as the administration prioritizes bilateral support over traditional collective defense.