Like it or not, the White House needs NATO to keep fighting in Iran

NPR | By Steve Walsh

Published November 2, 2026 at 6:36 PM EST

President Trump has had harsh words for NATO since the beginning of the war with Iran. Eight months later, the situation may be settling down, as NATO allies look for ways to take on a greater role.

Steve Walsh

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