The United States shifts key NATO command posts to European allies

The United States is preparing to hand over two senior NATO command positions to European member states. This move is part of an ongoing effort to share the military and financial responsibilities of the alliance more evenly.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte praised European countries for taking on a larger role. He also visited Ukraine, where he stated that Russian attacks do not signal a genuine interest in peace and predicted difficult decisions ahead for a settlement.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov commented on the situation, calling a recent statement from Trump about Russia's NATO concerns a 'huge step'. Meanwhile, some European officials have expressed irritation with certain U.S. statements, and there are discussions about the future relationship between the U.S. and Europe within NATO.