President Trump has criticized NATO in recent days for its limited role in the U.S.-Iran war and for its reluctance to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. On Wednesday, he told Reuters that he is “absolutely” considering pulling the U.S. out of the global alliance.
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Trump to Cover Iran War, NATO in Evening Speech
The U.S. was a founding member of NATO, which was formed in 1949 to protect members through collective security. To pull out of NATO, the U.S. must submit a written notice to the organization and then wait a year before the withdrawal takes effect. It would also likely require congressional approval.
Trump is set to deliver a speech at 9 p.m. Eastern Time today to provide an update on the war. He said that one of the topics that will be covered is his dissatisfaction with NATO in the conflict.