A Chinese observer suggests that the US-Israel conflict over Iran might push NATO toward a nominal alliance. The article discusses former President Trump's criticisms of the defense alliance, citing demands for greater military and financial contributions from allies.

The US-Israel war on Iran could push Nato closer to becoming a “nominal” alliance, although it was unlikely to disband any time soon, a Chinese observer said. US President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticised the transatlantic defence alliance since returning to the White House last year, accusing allies of “free‑riding” on US security and demanding greater military and financial contributions. That rhetoric has only intensified in recent weeks, with accusations that Nato was failing to...