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NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte downplayed the impact of U.S. military cutbacks, including reduced troop and equipment support for allies under Article 5. NATO’s top commander is developing backup plans as the U.S. shifts focus to the Indo-Pacific, while allies aim to fill gaps in capabilities ahead of a July summit.
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