I am not sure why US commentators still consider deterring attack by Russia the objective of NATO.
It is increasingly clear to us Europeans that Russia and the United States are no longer adversaries.
@johnrdeni.bsky.socialSeems unwise -- increased fiscal cost of turning on a dime; damaged relations with an ally pulling more than their weight; unilateral reduction of deterrent strength apparently in exchange for nothing from RU; chaos introduced into the lives of soldiers. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Pentagon abruptly cancels troop deployment to Europe amid frustrations with NATO
The Pentagon canceled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland, as the White House expresses frustration over NATO's non-participation in the Iran war.