NATO leader says US must lead any war against Iran
NATO chief Mark Rutte argued that only the United States can effectively neutralize Iran’s nuclear threat and that a US-led conflict is essential.
Speaking at one outlet Defence and Space summit, Mark Rutte asserted that the United States is the sole power capable of dismantling Iran’s nuclear program, which he described as a near-term danger to Israel, the Middle East and Europe. He acknowledged the drawbacks of a war with Iran but said Europe should boost its own defence to handle regional issues like the Houthis and the Red Sea, rather than relying on the US.
Why it matters
The statement signals a push for US leadership in a potential Iran conflict and urges Europe to strengthen its own defence capabilities.
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