Finland's President Challenges US NATO Withdrawal Rumors

Finland's President Alexander Stubb's remarks counter rumors about the U.S. withdrawing from NATO. After meeting President Trump in Florida, Stubb highlighted that there is no serious intention from the U.S. administration on the matter. He praised Trump's push for European countries to boost defense spending.

Amid swirling rumors about a potential U.S. withdrawal from NATO, Finland's President Alexander Stubb expressed skepticism about the claims. Speaking at the London School of Economics, Stubb emphasized the lack of serious discussion from the U.S. administration regarding such a move.

President Stubb's comments followed his unexpected meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida, where the two leaders discussed various issues and engaged in a round of golf. Stubb reiterated that he had not heard anything concrete about the U.S. pulling back from its NATO commitments.

Additionally, Stubb lauded President Trump's ongoing efforts to induce European NATO members to increase their defense budgets. Trump's calls for more equitable defense spending have been a consistent theme, as he tries to alleviate the U.S.'s financial burden within the alliance.

(With inputs from agencies.)