Brekelmans: Patchwork of Nato Rules Also Hinders Our F-35s

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[Politico](https://www.politico.eu/article/nato-weighs-options-to-sew-up-patchwork-air-defenses/) examined NATO countries' regulations and their impact on the decision-making power of the Alliance's top commanders. Although NATO officially possesses all the necessary authority to respond to air threats, Wednesday's meeting of NATO defense ministers is scheduled to discuss potential legislative obstacles that could hinder the supreme commander's …

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The Dutch F-35s protecting Poland are also affected by the "patchwork" of NATO regulations there, says Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans. He supports the urgent request from the highest NATO commander to reduce the reservations and conditions that NATO countries attach to their contributions.