NATO to Hold Military Exercise Without U.S., Its Largest Member

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Christopher F. SchuetzeJanuary 29, 2026 at 10:54 PM

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NATO is conducting its largest military exercise of the year, Steadfast Dart, without the participation of the United States, its largest member. The exercise, scheduled for January 2026, involves approximately 10,000 troops from 11 nations, including naval vessels from Turkey, Spain, France, Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands. The operation aims to assess the speed and efficiency of moving military assets across the continent, testing NATO's Allied Reaction Force. Taking place amidst concerns about U.S. commitment to the alliance, Steadfast Dart will be closely observed to evaluate the capabilities of European NATO members operating independently. The exercise is intended to demonstrate the unity of the alliance and showcase the capabilities of European partners.

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Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy at the University of Hamburg 40% French 40% Ingo Gerhartz 40% Turkey 50% Turkish Navy 50% Europe ×360% Spanish Navy ×260% Germany ×260% Donald Trump ×270% Steadfast Dart ×380% United States ×290% NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) ×7100%

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