Problem is Putin’s interest in GASPROM, a Russian state-owned energy company that seeks to hold a natural gas monopoly in Europe ... Vs the Saudis, who want to “muscle in” on Russia’s “territory.” If not for the fact that the U.S. has NATO allies, the issue would be of no concern, as you have stated. Now, considering the NATO countries there, why do you think Russia wants to make certain that Europe receives its NG supply only from GASPROM?
NATO is a dinosaur that we have been propping up both financially and militarily for the last 40 plus years. It’s time it die a natural death. The UK is lost and the Swedes and Germans are well on their way. It’s time for the US to recalculate alliances and entanglements.