NATO - North Atlantic Treaty Organization
NATO stands for North Atlantic Treaty Organization. A political and military alliance of 32 member countries from North America and Europe, established in 1949. NATO's primary purpose is collective defe...
Definition
A political and military alliance of 32 member countries from North America and Europe, established in 1949. NATO's primary purpose is collective defense, meaning an attack on one member is considered an attack on all members.
Usage Examples
- NATO expanded to include Finland and Sweden in 2023-2024.
About NATO
NATO stands for North Atlantic Treaty Organization. This term falls under the Organizations category of military terminology.
A political and military alliance of 32 member countries from North America and Europe, established in 1949. NATO's primary purpose is collective defense, meaning an attack on one member is considered an attack on all members.
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How to Use This Term
When encountering "NATO" in military reports, news articles, or OSINT analysis, it refers to North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Understanding this term helps you follow discussions about defense institutions and alliances.
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