Europe Plans for NATO Command Shift Amid U.S. Withdrawal Concerns
European officials are advancing plans to establish a 'European NATO' to ensure military cohesion and nuclear deterrence in the event of a U.S. withdrawal from the alliance. This initiative, reported by the Wall Street Journal, focuses on replacing American military assets in Europe with European command-and-control structures. The plan, which gained traction following President Trump's controversial comments about NATO and his desire to acquire Greenland, aims to reduce reliance on U.S. military leadership. Recent tensions have been exacerbated by European refusal to support Trump's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, further straining the alliance. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has indicated a shift towards a more European-led alliance, reflecting growing concerns over U.S. commitment. 
