Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe US administration plans to significantly reduce its military contributions to Nato in Europe, having previously threatened to withdraw from the alliance. An envoy from the US defence secretary reportedly briefed Nato officials on Washington's intent to cut commitments to the Nato Force Model, impacting fighter jets, warships, submarines, and reconnaissance drones. Under the proposed changes, the US commitment for fighter jets would decrease by a third, fewer destroyers would be available, and no submarines would be provided. European intelligence agencies have warned of a potential Russian attack within years, with Nato chief Mark Rutte stressing the need for allies to prepare for a large-scale conflict. A Nato spokesperson acknowledged an 'over-reliance' on the US, suggesting a reorganisation of military responsibilities as European and Canadian defence spending increases. In fullUS plans to slash bombers and warships available to Nato in a crisis, report claimsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
US to cut number of fighter jets, warships and submarines it gives to Nato
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe US administration plans to significantly reduce its military contributions to Nato in Europe, having previously threatened to withdraw from the alliance. An envoy from the US defence secretary reportedly briefed Nato officials on Washington's intent to cut commitments to the Nato Force Model, impacting fighter jets, warships, submarines, and reconnaissance drones. Under the proposed changes, the US commitment for fighter jets would decrease by a third, fewer destroyers would be available, and no submarines would be provided. European intelligence agencies have warned of a potential Russian attack within years, with Nato chief Mark Rutte stressing the need for allies to prepare for a large-scale conflict. A Nato spokesperson acknowledged an 'over-reliance' on the US, suggesting a reorganisation of military responsibilities as European and Canadian defence spending increases. In fullUS plans to slash bombers and warships available to Nato in a crisis, report claimsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
