Switzerland should join NATO, as in the future it cannot rely on its long-standing tradition of neutrality for its defence, John Bolton, Donald Trump's former national security adviser, has declared.

Summary

John Bolton, former US national security adviser, believes Switzerland should join NATO due to the changing geopolitical landscape.

He warns that Trump may abandon NATO and impose tariffs on European imports, potentially leading to a trade war.

Bolton emphasizes the importance of NATO for collective security and encourages European countries to increase their defense spending.

  • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldMEnglish
    15·
    8 days ago

    Despite looking very silly, the Swiss Guard are pretty badass. They don’t just have pikes either.

    This is inside their armory:

    • ours@lemmy.worldEnglish
      11·
      8 days ago

      A bunch of old, outdated guns?

      More seriously they most certainly have their Swiss Army service weapons (Sig 550s).