US pauses military board with Canada

The Trump administration has suspended its participation in a long-standing joint defense board with Canada, citing Ottawa's failure to meet NATO defense spending targets.

The move marks a significant fracture in a bilateral security relationship that dates back to World War II and has prompted concerns over Arctic security.

Canadian officials have expressed disappointment, noting that the decision could impact shared intelligence and border operations.

The suspension comes as the U.S. seeks to modernize its own military capabilities and pressures allies to increase their contributions to collective defense.