NATO Allies Focus on Europe as Trump Administration Steps Back

• European allies and Canada are taking on a larger role in defending Europe as US officials skip key NATO meetings.
• US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio missed recent NATO ministerial gatherings, a rare occurrence.
• Germany pledges 100 billion euros to modernize its armed forces after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, signaling increased European commitment.
• NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasizes the need for Europe and Canada to boost conventional defense spending.
• NATO launches "Arctic Sentry" to counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic, a move also aimed at addressing US concerns over Greenland.