Europe Bolsters NATO Contingency Plans Amid US Withdrawal Concerns
European nations accelerate NATO contingency strategies to ensure defense autonomy as US withdrawal fears grow, with Germany now backing the initiative.
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Japan Navigates Diplomatic Tightrope Amid US Pressure Over Hormuz Escort Mission
Japan faces diplomatic and constitutional challenges balancing US alliance demands with Middle East energy security and pacifist legal constraints in 2026.