During the recent NATO summit in Helsinki, President Biden’s diplomatic tact was put to test. His unexpected outburst towards a Finnish journalist, who asked about U.S.’s internal political instability and its impact on NATO, raised eyebrows and caused concern. Instead of a composed answer, the president retorted angrily, straying from his promised ‘return to decorum’. These tensions, combined with a perceivable discord within NATO, are casting a shadow on Biden’s leadership. Furthermore, during his meeting with President Zelensky, more contentious interactions were observed, causing doubts about the U.S.’s foreign policy and global standing. This unfolding scenario could have profound implications for America’s position within the NATO alliance.
