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Rasmussen Urges Europe to Boost Defense Amid US Decline

3/25/2026

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Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former NATO Secretary General, warned that Europe faces a critical moment due to declining American defense support.
He said this reality exposes the weaknesses of relying on external guarantees.
He urged Europe to strengthen its own defense capabilities and transform its security approach.
Rasmussen called for decisive leadership and strategic cohesion to pursue a proactive, self-reliant stance in international relations.

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Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former NATO Secretary General, warned that Europe faces a critical moment due to declining American defense support.
He said this reality exposes the weaknesses of relying on external guarantees.
He urged Europe to strengthen its own defense capabilities and transform its security approach.
Rasmussen called for decisive leadership and strategic cohesion to pursue a proactive, self-reliant stance in international relations.