Trump Says Putin Will Not Attack NATO Territory, As Russia-West Tensions Continue To Rise

U.S. President Donald Trump says Russian President Vladimir Putin is not going to attack NATO territory, offering his assessment amid continued tensions between Moscow and the Western military alliance. The statement comes as NATO countries remain focused on security across Europe and the alliance’s eastern flank. Concerns over a possible direct Russia-NATO confrontation have remained a major issue since Russia’s war in Ukraine began. Trump’s remarks could influence the ongoing debate over NATO readiness, deterrence and European security.