JUST IN: US President Trump says he is thinking about leaving NATO and joining…

In a series of pointed remarks that have sent shockwaves through international alliances, President Donald Trump stated he is seriously considering withdrawing the United States from NATO, amid growing frustration with European allies.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One and in follow-up comments, Trump expressed deep disappointment over NATO members’ reluctance to support U.S. efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz following recent escalations in the Middle East conflict involving Iran.

He highlighted the massive U.S. financial contributions to the alliance over decades while accusing partners of failing to reciprocate during critical moments.

“I’m disappointed in NATO that we spend trillions of dollars… and when they don’t help us, it’s certainly something that we should think about,” Trump said.

He added that he believes he could make such a decision without needing congressional approval, though legal experts note that exiting the treaty would involve complex procedures, including a one-year notice period and potential legislative hurdles enacted in recent years.

Trump’s comments come against the backdrop of his long-standing criticism of NATO, where he has repeatedly argued that many members fail to meet defense spending targets and treat the alliance as a “one-way street.” He has warned that without greater burden-sharing, the future of the partnership could be “very bad.”

The president’s remarks have sparked immediate reactions from Capitol Hill and European capitals, with some Republican lawmakers expressing concern over potential rifts in the transatlantic alliance, while others back his push for fairer contributions.

NATO officials have not yet issued a formal response, but diplomats indicate emergency consultations are underway.

For now, Trump emphasized that no final decision has been made, but the possibility remains firmly on the table as global tensions continue to test longstanding alliances.