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Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says European countries have been "working on how to strengthen the European pillar within NATO" as President Trump continues to voice his frustration with the alliance.
Stoltenberg adds that he's "confident that it's possible to preserve NATO because a strong NATO is good for Europe, but it's also good for the United States."
"The United States is safer with NATO than without NATO," he says. "And I believe that interest actually matters when decisions are made about security."
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Analysis Summary
Jens Stoltenberg, the former NATO Secretary General, told media that European countries are actively working to strengthen NATO while emphasizing that the alliance benefits both Europe and the United States — a direct response to Trump's ongoing criticism of the alliance. The quote is authentic and reflects real diplomatic discussions happening as Trump continues pressing NATO members on spending and burden-sharing amid the Iran war. What's less clear: whether Trump's frustration signals intent to withdraw U.S. support or is negotiating pressure to extract higher NATO defense commitments.
Claims Analysis (4)
“European countries have been 'working on how to strengthen the European pillar within NATO'”
Stoltenberg quote confirmed. Search results show active NATO strengthening discussions amid Trump tension.
“President Trump continues to voice his frustration with the alliance”
PBS reports Trump repeated complaints about NATO after meeting with Secretary-General Rutte on Wednesday.
“A strong NATO is good for Europe and also good for the United States”
Stoltenberg's stated policy position. Presented as direct quote—underlying claim about mutual benefit is contestable but sourced.
“The United States is safer with NATO than without NATO”
Standard NATO alliance position. Reflects security consensus but debated by Trump administration. Not independently contradicted.
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