Trump's anti-internationalism strains Western military alliance
After calling NATO obsolete, Trump suggested America might not defend others and demanded more defense spending.
The dynamic landscape of global security is defined by diplomatic efforts and international frameworks that strive to maintain peace. It is the role of nations and international organizations, such as the U.N. Security Council and NATO, to navigate geopolitical tensions, address emerging threats like liminal war, and work to uphold the post-World War II rules-based order.
Already have an account? Log in
After calling NATO obsolete, Trump suggested America might not defend others and demanded more defense spending.
The implications of the U2 singer's message extended well beyond Ireland's race for a seat on the U.N. Security Council.
The fracture lines between Trump and some of the United States' strongest allies were evident well before the gathering.
The first international organization dates to an 1804 Rhine River treaty. In the 20th century, organizations proliferated.