How serious is the rift in NATO?

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: April 25, 2026Country: United States

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Divisions are widening within NATO, particularly after European states refused to join the US-Israeli war on Iran. US President Donald Trump is furious and is considering measures against the United Kingdom and Spain. This situation raises questions about the future of the military alliance.

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