The NATO summit has begun, and President Trump’s pressure campaign on the alliance is continuing. Trump has been a vocal critic of NATO, arguing that the United States is shouldering too much of the burden for the alliance’s defense spending. He has called on other member countries to increase their defense spending, and has threatened to reduce the United States’ commitment to the alliance if they do not. The pressure campaign has created tension among NATO members, with some countries pushing back against Trump’s demands. However, other countries have begun to increase their defense spending, and there are signs that the alliance is starting to take Trump’s concerns seriously. The summit is expected to focus on a range of topics, including terrorism, cyber security, and the rise of China. However, the issue of defense spending is likely to be a major point of contention, and it is unclear whether the alliance will be able to reach a consensus on the issue. As the summit continues, it is likely that Trump’s pressure campaign will continue to be a major topic of discussion, and will raise important questions about the future of the alliance and the commitment of its member countries to collective defense.
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