On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is being questioned by its most powerful member, the United States. To understand the significance of NATO's formation, it’s worth revisiting the original signing ceremony with the 12 founding nations and the speech delivered by President Harry Truman. Fast forward to today, and tensions are rising, with the U.S. administration expressing frustration over NATO's response to the situation with Iran. Even Marco Rubio, typically a less hawkish figure, has voiced concerns. To help us navigate these issues, we’re joined by Kurt Volker, a seasoned U.S. diplomat, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, and co-founder of the American University in Kyiv.
NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats
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