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The GuardianThursday, 2 April 2026
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Trump ‘absolutely’ considering taking US out of Nato alliance
Europeans’ refusal to join Iran war prompts new threat to allies
The paper leads with the US president's threats to withdraw from NATO, framing it as a direct retaliatory consequence of European reluctance to participate in a Middle Eastern conflict.
The story is set against a backdrop of severe geopolitical friction, where the US administration is reportedly leveraging its NATO membership to compel European allies to support a US-Israeli military campaign against Iran.
“‘absolutely’ considering”
“Critical of US foreign policy”
UK adults ‘posting less content’ on social media
Highlights a regulatory report noting a decline in active social media posting among British adults due to digital footprint concerns.
Starmer damaging pay and jobs deal, says BMA
Focuses on domestic political friction, reporting criticism from the British Medical Association directed at the prime minister over ongoing NHS industrial disputes.
‘An unacceptable disgrace’ Anger as Italy miss out on World Cup again
Reports on the strong national reaction to Italy's failure to qualify for a major football tournament.
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