Issued on: 04/04/2026 - 20:39Modified: 06/04/2026 - 10:26

On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is being questioned by its most powerful member, the United States. To grasp the significance of NATO's formation, it's worth revisiting the original signing ceremony, where 12 founding nations came together, and the speech delivered by President Harry Truman. Fast forward to today, and tensions are rising, with the US administration expressing frustration over NATO's handling of the situation with Iran. Even Marco Rubio, usually considered a more moderate figure, has voiced concerns. To help us navigate these complex issues, we're joined by Kurt Volker, a seasoned US diplomat, former US Ambassador to NATO, and co-founder of the American University in Kyiv.

Produced by Gavin Lee, Théophile Vareille and Guillaume Gougeon

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