NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg met with President Donald Trump at the White House in an effort to address ongoing disagreements regarding burden-sharing and the alliance’s future. The meeting aimed to reassure the U.S. administration of NATO’s value and adaptability. While specific details of the discussion weren’t immediately released, the encounter signaled an attempt to mend strained relations following Trump’s repeated criticisms of the alliance. Stoltenberg emphasized NATO’s contributions to global security and the importance of transatlantic cooperation. The meeting occurred as several NATO members face pressure from the U.S. to increase defense spending to meet agreed-upon targets. Both sides expressed a desire to continue dialogue and strengthen the partnership, though significant policy shifts remain uncertain.