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Portugal Rejects European Army, Sticks with NATO Commitment
4/16/2026
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- Portugal rejects the idea of a standalone European army, reaffirming its commitment to NATO and the United States.
- Defence Minister Nuno Melo says Portugal values its military investments to fulfill NATO missions.
- Spain advocates for a joint European army amid concerns over U.S. security commitments.
- NATO chief Mark Rutte dismisses the European army proposal, citing high costs.
- U.S. President Donald Trump is considering troop reductions in Europe.
