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在潜在美国退出北约之际，欧洲准备防御计划

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European officials are developing contingency plans in case a future Donald Trump administration significantly reduces or ends the U.S. role in NATO, according to recent reporting. Although Trump has previously threatened to leave the alliance, a formal U.S. withdrawal would face legal and political hurdles, including NATO’s one‑year notice requirement and a 2023 U.S. law requiring two‑thirds Senate approval. European leaders acknowledge they currently lack the capabilities to independently ensure continental defense, prompting accelerated defense spending and force modernization. Planning now focuses on reshaping NATO into a more European‑led structure, preserving existing command and deterrence frameworks even with a reduced U.S. role.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.