Washington plans to withdraw a significant number of fighter jets, military aircraft, and warships assigned to NATO operations in Europe, a US newspaper reports.
Romania's Ministry of Defense stated there was "not enough time" to intercept a suspected Russian unmanned aerial vehicle that entered its airspace before it crashed into an apartment building.
Britain, France, and three other NATO nations oppose a proposal requiring bloc members to spend 0.25% of GDP on military aid for Ukraine, according to Telegraph.
Estonia reports a NATO fighter shot down a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle in its airspace; Kyiv apologizes, blaming Russia for diverting the aircraft.
Chancellor Merz's comments regarding the Iran conflict served as the last straw, infuriating President Trump to the point of ordering the withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany.
NATO officials reject the possibility of suspending or expelling Spain, following reports that the US is pushing for sanctions against the country for not supporting the operation in Iran.
European Union countries are discussing plans for mutual assistance in the event of an attack, following the US president's criticism of NATO and threats not to defend the alliance.
Prime Minister Sanchez emphasizes Spain is a "reliable NATO member", after reports indicated the US was considering suspending its ally status in the alliance.