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Russia is top on NATO's agenda and Trump is the wild card

  • Written by Garret Martin, Professorial Lecturer, American University School of International Service

In ordinary times, NATO summits are generally staid and well-prepared events that celebrate the achievements of this nearly 70-year-old political and military alliance of North American and European countries.

The 2018 NATO summit in Brussels will likely include more drama.

The alliance, founded after World War II, collectively provides military...

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