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NATO's Credibility Questioned Amidst Trump's Expansionist Ambitions

Published January 23, 2026, 09:21
NATO's Credibility Questioned Amidst Trump's Expansionist Ambitions

The article focuses on the potential conflict between Trump's desire for territorial expansion (e.g., Greenland, Canada, Latin America) and Article 5 of NATO, which provides for collective defense. The author argues that Trump does not appear deterred by international laws and agreements, and that his attitude is reminiscent of Erdogan. Furthermore, the article questions NATO's credibility, citing the lack of renewal of its objectives after the end of the Cold War, its dependence on US interests, its indifference to Cyprus, and its lack of support for Greece against Turkey. The author concludes that NATO has strayed from its original mission of defending Europe.