US Seeks Commitment of 5 Percent Defense Spending From NATO Allies

We do want to leave here with an understanding that we are on a pathway, a realistic pathway, to every single one of the members committed and fulfilling a promise to reach up to 5% of spending. That includes the U.S.,

Rubio said before a meeting with NATO foreign ministers in Brussels

NATO’s vitality rests on every ally doing their fair share.”

But he added