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Europe’s little-known mutual defence clause: Is it a NATO substitute?
Several European leaders have called for a discussion on using the bloc’s mutual assistance clause amid US tensions.
From: Inside Story
How serious is the rift in NATO?
Trump fury over Europeans’ refusal to join Iran war.
Published On 25 Apr 2026
From: NewsFeed
PM Sanchez rebuffs US idea of suspending Spain from NATO
PM Sanchez responded to reports that the US may suspend Madrid from NATO over its opposition to the war on Iran.
Published On 24 Apr 2026
US considers suspending Spain from NATO, reported internal email suggests
Pentagon email obtained by Reuters reveals US anger at Spain and the UK as Iran war tensions persist.
From: NewsFeed
Could the US withdraw from NATO?
Could the US withdraw from NATO?
Published On 17 Apr 2026
‘Closer to a break than ever’: Can NATO survive if Trump pulls the US out?
The war in Iran has deepened a rift in the transatlantic alliance, raising questions about whether it can endure.
Trump slams NATO over Iran after meeting Rutte, renews Greenland threat
US president meets NATO chief, expresses disappointment over member states failing to back war on Iran.
Trump administration signals it is mulling NATO withdrawal after Iran war
The US president has lashed out at European partners for declining to contribute military forces to the war on Iran.
From: NewsFeed
Trump attacks NATO allies as pressure mounts over Strait of Hormuz
Global News Insight’s Alan Fisher explains what Trump’s latest criticism of US allies means.
Published On 31 Mar 2026
From: This is America
Rubio speaks on Iran war and America’s next move
Rubio tells AJE: no Iran nukes, reopen Hormuz; goals in weeks; indirect talks; slams Spain/NATO; no regime change aim.
Published On 31 Mar 2026
