Biden Defends NATO, Calls for Renewed Unity Amid Russian Aggression At a recent summit in Brussels, President Joe Biden vehemently defended the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), emphasizing the alliance’s unwavering commitment to protect its members and the collective security of Europe. Biden’s remarks came amidst heightened tensions with Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. He asserted that NATO remains the “linchpin of our collective defense” and that “an attack on one is an attack on all.” “We will not allow Russia to shatter the peace and security of Europe,” Biden declared. “And we will continue to stand with Ukraine in its fight to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.” The President urged NATO allies to strengthen their defenses, increase their military spending, and maintain a credible deterrent against Russian aggression. He also stressed the importance of cyber defense, noting that Russia is “constantly probing our networks and seeking to undermine our infrastructure.” Biden acknowledged that NATO faces challenges, but he insisted that the alliance is “stronger than ever.” He pointed to the unprecedented deployment of NATO forces to eastern Europe and the increased cooperation between allies as evidence of the alliance’s resilience. “We must remain united and determined,” Biden said. “We must invest in our collective security to ensure that NATO remains the most powerful and effective military alliance in the world.” The President’s speech was met with strong support from NATO leaders, who reaffirmed their commitment to the alliance and to collective defense. They also condemned Russia’s actions in Ukraine and expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine. The summit concluded with a declaration that reaffirmed NATO’s commitment to the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. It also called for increased defense spending, enhanced cyber defense capabilities, and a more robust partnership with Ukraine. President Biden’s strong defense of NATO sends a clear message that the alliance remains a vital force for peace and security in Europe. By standing together and investing in their collective defense, NATO members can ensure that the alliance remains a powerful deterrent to aggression and a symbol of Western unity.President Biden strongly defended NATO during a meeting with summit leaders on Thursday, saying it remained a “vital alliance” in the face of Russian aggression. Biden said that the United States was “unwavering in its commitment” to NATO and that the alliance was “more united and determined than ever.” He also said that NATO was “responding to the challenges of the 21st century” by investing in new technologies and capabilities. Other NATO leaders also spoke at the meeting, including French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Macron said that NATO was “essential” for European security and that it was “more important than ever” to strengthen the alliance. Scholz said that NATO was a “bulwark of stability” in Europe and that Germany was “committed to NATO’s collective defense.” The NATO summit was held in Madrid, Spain, and brought together leaders from all 30 member states. The summit was held amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has raised concerns about the future of European security. NATO leaders discussed a range of issues at the summit, including the war in Ukraine, the security of the Baltic Sea region, and the need for NATO to modernize its capabilities. The summit also saw NATO leaders agree to a new Strategic Concept, which will guide the alliance’s work for the next decade.