“We see a more assertive Russia, which has implemented a very significant military buildup over several years, and a Russia which has used military force against neighbors, especially Ukraine.” MilitaryNeighborSignificantAssertive Author:Jens Stoltenberg
“I welcome the fact that Trump has clearly stated that NATO is not obsolete.And I think, also, that reflects that NATO is adapting. NATO is the most successful alliance in history because we have been able to change, to adapt when the world is changing. And now NATO is stepping up its effort in the global fight against terrorism, and we are responding to a more assertive Russia with an increase of our collective defense, with more presence in the eastern part of the alliance.” ThinkingWorldFightingEffortSuccessfulTerrorismWelcomeEasternNatoAdaptingAssertive Author:Jens Stoltenberg