"Trump stated, 'Oh yes, I would say [it's] beyond reconsideration. I was never swayed by NATO. I always knew they were a paper tiger, and Putin knows that too, by the way.' This comment underscores his skepticism about NATO's effectiveness and reliability."
"Marco Rubio indicated that Washington may need to reconsider its relationship with NATO after the conflict with Iran, suggesting a reevaluation of the alliance's value and increasing pressure on European allies."
Trump's comments indicate a strong consideration of withdrawing the US from NATO, labeling it a 'paper tiger' after European allies rejected his demands for military support in the Iran conflict. This reflects a significant shift in the US perception of Europe as a defense partner. Marco Rubio, previously a NATO supporter, also suggested a reevaluation of the US-NATO relationship post-Iran war, intensifying pressure on European allies accused of not providing adequate support.
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