US tips Solana for top Nato post
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.US tips Solana for top Nato post
Washington - The United States signalled yesterday it could support the Spanish Foreign Minister, Javier Solana, as Nato's next secretary-general and officials said the appointment is expected to be formally made next week. A senior official said: "A consensus has formed around Solana and he looks to be named next week" when Nato foreign ministers meet in Brussels. "I believe France is on board, I believe everybody's on board," he added.
Senior US officials, sensitive about an earlier dispute with Europe over the next alliance chief, refused to discuss the matter publicly. Reuter
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments