Trump’s NATO Fantasy: Sanctions, Sanctions Everywhere, None Working

In yet another episode of 'How to Revisit Yesterday’s Headlines,' former President Donald Trump jumps back on the NATO bandwagon, urging them to slap more sanctions on Russia. This comes at a time when NATO is busy tightening its collective belt thanks to years of bickering over defense budgets and geopolitical mixed signals. Trump’s call was more of a 'been there, said that' rerun, coming months after his departure and just as NATO contemplates stronger moves. The irony? The same stalemate-ridden alliance Trump often critiqued is now being asked to do what it does best: hesitate before the inevitable. It's like someone telling a flat tire to just keep running because it looks sporty.

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Source: Politico | Published: 9/13/2025 | Author: By Samuel Benson