What Happened
European Nations Step Up To Meet Defense Needs Amid Shift In US Priorities
NATO’s top commander, US Gen. Alex Grynkewich, has stated that European allies have largely filled the gaps left by US military cutbacks, which included the withdrawal of an aircraft carrier, support ships, and dozens of fighter jets. The move comes as the US focuses on potential threats elsewhere, notably from China in the Indo-Pacific region. European allies, including Britain, have made more equipment available to meet defense needs, with some putting assets on a higher level of readiness for use in emergencies. The development was reported by Associated Press, as published on Military.com.