
NATO Secretary General noted the dependence of European countries on Washington's leadership in the Middle East
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told Reuters that the European countries of the alliance are unable to conduct military operations in the Middle East, in particular in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, without the United States, due to a lack of capabilities.
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European economies depend on the maritime routes in the Middle East, including the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz.
The countries of Europe that are members of NATO are unable to conduct military operations in the Middle East without the participation of the United States and therefore they need Washington's leadership. This was stated by Secretary General of the North Atlantic Alliance Mark Rutte, Reuters reports.
In particular, Rutte commented on the situation in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. Both blocked waterways play an important role in European economies. However, the politician doubted that Europe is capable of independently controlling these spaces.
“Currently, the Europeans do not have the capabilities at a sufficient level for this, so US leadership is still needed,” the head of the military bloc said.

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