Australian PM says Trump’s remarks on NATO troops are not acceptable
Anthony Albanese noted that Trump later issued a statement acknowledging the troops’ efforts. He highlighted that 47 Australians died and more than 260 were wounded in Afghanistan, emphasizing the courage and dedication of the 40,000 Australians who served there.
Trump had claimed last week that NATO allies only sent “some troops” and “stayed a little back, a little off the frontlines” after the 2001 US terrorist attacks. He also said the US has been generous to Europe and other countries, suggesting that NATO partners have not fully met their obligations.
Albanese stressed that the families of fallen Australian soldiers deserve respect and recognition for their sacrifices. Trump’s earlier disparaging comments had angered several allies, including Poland, Norway, Denmark, Italy, and the UK.
NATO’s response to the Sept. 11 attacks, invoking Article 5 for the first time in its history, led member states to send thousands of troops to Afghanistan in solidarity.
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