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Trump's NATO envoy pushes forces eastward
Matthew Whitaker says NATO must move military infrastructure toward Eastern Europe as the US reviews its troop presence on the continent.
In brief
Matthew Whitaker says NATO must move military infrastructure toward Eastern Europe as the US reviews its troop presence on the continent. US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker called for moving military forces and equipment from Western to Eastern Europe, citing outdated infrastructure and the need to avoid…
Whitaker calls for eastward shift
U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said Monday that NATO must move military forces and equipment from Western to Eastern Europe where future conflict is expected.
Europe ranks fourth in US priorities
Whitaker said Europe ranks fourth among Washington's strategic priorities, behind homeland security, the Western Hemisphere and the Pacific. He cited outdated bases and fuel supply chains needing attention.
Trump wants allies to step forward
Whitaker said President Donald Trump wants allies to become capable and not dependent. The United States is not stepping back but asking allies to step forward and meet defense spending commitments.
“The United States isn't stepping back. We're just asking you to step forward.”
The bottom line
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker called for moving military forces and equipment from Western to Eastern Europe, citing outdated infrastructure and the need to avoid overextending American military resources.
