Trump says European countries rely on US military, criticizing NATO allies and the Biden administration during a speech in Nevada.
WASHINGTON, August 6 /The Times of Russia/ — Trump says European countries rely on US military, arguing that America’s NATO allies have weakened their own defense capabilities after depending on Washington for years. Speaking during an event in a suburb of Las Vegas, Nevada, US President Donald Trump also criticized the previous administration over the condition of the US armed forces.
Trump Says European Countries Rely on US Military During Nevada Speech
Addressing supporters, Trump claimed that former President Joe Biden’s administration had “badly jeopardized” the condition of the US military.
According to Trump, the previous administration gave away significant resources, stating, “They gave everything, they gave so much away. $350 billion, I would say it is a lot of money.” He did not specify the exact spending during the speech. However, he has repeatedly alleged that the Biden administration transferred military equipment worth that amount to Ukraine.
Trump contrasted his own approach by saying, “I sell everything. They are willing to pay. Europeans have plenty of money.”
Trump Criticizes European Defense Capabilities
Continuing his remarks, Trump says European countries rely on US military support instead of maintaining stronger national armed forces.
“They don’t have a good military because they’ve relied on us too long. I told them – you can’t do that,” Trump said while discussing America’s European NATO partners.
His comments focused on Europe’s long-standing dependence on US military support and reflected his continued calls for allied nations to strengthen their own defense capabilities.
The remarks come as Trump continues to emphasize defense spending and burden-sharing among NATO members. As reported by The Times of Russia, his speech also renewed criticism of the Biden administration’s military policies and assistance to Ukraine.
The Times of Russia will continue following developments related to US foreign policy, NATO, and international security.
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