Maddow Blog | When Trump directs veiled threats at a NATO ally, it's a problem

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Maddow Blog | When Trump directs veiled threats at a NATO ally, it's a problem

^{Published on 2025-01-08 10:40:38 - MSN}

Donald Trump's veiled threats toward a NATO ally aren't just ridiculous, they also expose a scam at the heart of his MAGA vision.

The article from MSNBC's Maddow Blog discusses former President Donald Trump's recent comments that appear to threaten NATO ally Montenegro, which has raised concerns about the stability and reliability of U.S. commitments to NATO. Trump's remarks, made during a campaign event, suggested that Montenegro could provoke a global conflict, echoing his past skepticism towards NATO. This has alarmed both allies and critics, as it undermines the collective defense principle of NATO, where an attack on one member is considered an attack on all. The piece highlights the potential implications of such statements, including weakening NATO's deterrence against adversaries like Russia, and reflects on the broader impact of Trump's foreign policy approach if he were to return to office. It also notes the reactions from political figures and analysts who see these comments as part of a pattern of Trump's transactional view of international alliances.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/maddow-blog-when-trump-directs-veiled-threats-at-a-nato-ally-it-s-a-problem/ar-AA1xb5XB ]

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