NATO Loophole and Hawaii's Vulnerability to Attack

SOURCE www.express.co.uk
Experts warn that Hawaii, not covered by NATO's Article 5, could be vulnerable to attack by Vladimir Putin under a NATO loophole. This highlights a potential gap in collective defense for the US.

Key Points

  • Hawaii is not covered by NATO's Article 5 due to its geographical location in the Pacific
  • Potential loophole could leave Hawaii exposed to attacks without triggering collective defense
  • Experts emphasize the need to reassess and potentially expand NATO's coverage

Pros

  • Highlighting potential gaps in collective defense agreements
  • Raising awareness about the geographic limitations of NATO's protection

Cons

  • Creates concerns about the vulnerability of Hawaii to potential attacks
  • Raises questions about the effectiveness of NATO's defense mechanisms