The United States' commitment to Article 5 is ironclad, and the United States backs up this commitment though a broad set of actions, including deterrence and reassurance.
Jeff Merkley: “The United States' commitment to Article 5 is ironclad, and the United States backs up this commitment though a broad…”
On the recordJanuary 2, 2017
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Merkley emphasizes the strength of U.S. NATO commitments and supporting actions.
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