Spain has called for the creation of a new European army amid growing fears Donald Trump could abandon NATO and leave the continent exposed to Vladimir Putin. Jose Manuel Albares, Spain’s foreign minister, said the European Union could no longer rely on the US-led military alliance for its security guarantees as tensions between Washington and its European allies deepen.
In explosive remarks that will alarm NATO traditionalists, Mr Albares said Europe must become “free of dependence” on America and build its own deterrent force capable of standing up toRussiawithout US backing.
He toldPolitico: “We cannot be waking up every morning wondering what the US will do next…our citizens deserve better."
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“This is the moment of the sovereignty and independence of Europe.”
The intervention comes as European leaders scramble to prepare for the possibility of Mr Trump dramatically reducing US military commitments across the continent.
Mr Trump has repeatedly attacked NATO allies over defence spending and has demanded that members commit 5% of GDP to their armed forces. Spain has refused, placing Madrid directly in the firing line.
Source: Daily Express :: World Feed
