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NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg has urged European nations to strengthen their military autonomy and readiness, emphasizing that the alliance remains the cornerstone of transatlantic security. His message underscores a mounting concern that US strategic focus on Asia and other global hotspots could lead to reduced direct involvement in European defense if allies do not increase their contributions. While NATO’s Article 5 commitment remains intact, the threat perception from Russia and cyberwarfare has escalated, prompting calls for increased investment and capabilities among member states.