The NATO alliance is under unprecedented strain, with some European countries concerned that Washington may withdraw outright.

May 26 - The U.S. intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft, German news outlet Spiegel reported on Tuesday. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The US aims to provide its NATO partners only half the previous number of strategic bombers, and to reduce the number of US fighter jets. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.