From threats to praise, Trump keeps allies guessing at NATO summit
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At least five members will hit the target of spending 3.5% of GDP on core defense items this year, according to updated data from the alliance. A few hours later, when the U.S. president emerged for the news conference that marked the end of the summit, NATO leaders and diplomats let out a final sigh of relief — there were no fresh blow-ups among allies. But he did appear willing to change his tune on NATO after closed-door meetings with leaders. “I just want to say there was tremendous love in that room,” Trump told reporters during a final press conference before returning to Washington .
Furthermore, "They have a lot of good in their heart, not evil, good, and they're doing a great job for their country," Trump told journalists.
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At least five members will hit the target of spending 3.5% of GDP on core defense items this year, according to updated data from the alliance.
according to Washington ExaminerA few hours later, when the U.S. president emerged for the news conference that marked the end of the summit, NATO leaders and diplomats let out a final sigh of relief — there were no fresh blow-ups among allies.
according to The Straits Times - WorldBut he did appear willing to change his tune on NATO after closed-door meetings with leaders. “I just want to say there was tremendous love in that room,” Trump told reporters during a final press conference before returning to Washington .
according to Washington Examiner"They have a lot of good in their heart, not evil, good, and they're doing a great job for their country," Trump told journalists.
according to The Straits Times - World
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It didn’t stop Trump’s criticisms. “I was very disappointed with NATO,” the president said at the start of the summit.
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