NATO chief Mark Rutte said he has full confidence in U.S. commitment to the alliance’s mutual defence clause, despite recent remarks by President Donald Trump that raised questions.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Tuesday affirmed his belief that the United States remains firmly committed to the alliance’s core principle of mutual defence.
Speaking ahead of a NATO summit in The Hague, Rutte responded to comments by U.S. President Donald Trump, who suggested there were "numerous" interpretations of Article 5 of the Washington Treaty. Article 5, the cornerstone of NATO, states that an attack against one member is considered an attack against all.
"I have no doubt that the U.S. is totally committed to NATO, totally committed to Article 5," Rutte told reporters.
Trump’s remarks have once again stirred debate over his stance on NATO obligations, which he has previously questioned. However, Rutte’s statement appears aimed at reassuring allies ahead of discussions expected to focus on defence spending and collective security.
The comments come as NATO members prepare to mark the alliance’s 75th anniversary, amid growing geopolitical tensions and increased pressure on members to meet defence targets.
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