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NATO chief dismisses US exit risks despite Trump’s alliance criticism

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 18, 2026 · 2 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte dismissed the risk of a US exit from NATO, even as President Trump criticized the alliance. The odds of the US withdrawing from NATO by April 30 sit at 1.2% YES, up from 1% yesterday.

Market reaction

Trump’s rhetoric has not moved the needle significantly. The April 30 market puts the chance of short-term withdrawal as slim. With only 14 days until resolution, traders are pricing in NATO continuity despite Trump’s frustrations. The December 31 odds remain effectively unchanged. Volume is low: $1,537 in USDC traded, with a $3,948 cost to move the price 5 points, which signals little conviction in any imminent shift.

Why it matters

Rutte’s statement is a stabilizing factor for traders. A US withdrawal would require congressional approval, and the market treats that as unlikely given the legal barriers and current diplomatic dynamics. The largest recent move was a modest tick from 1% to 1.2%.

What to watch

NATO’s ongoing focus on Ukraine and Eastern European security suggests the alliance remains a US priority. At 1.2¢, a YES share pays $1 if the US withdraws by April 30, a 83x return. But that bet requires believing in a sudden policy reversal within two weeks, which current indicators don’t support. Key triggers: Trump public statements or executive orders regarding NATO, any indication of a formal withdrawal process, and US congressional actions that could shift the calculus.

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