Dhaka, April 7 -- Atlantic Fracture: The NATO Crisis

Hormuz breaking point: The US air campaign against Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a fundamental split, as Europe refuses to participate in the military escalation.

Trump's exit threat: Branding allies "cowards", President Donald Trump is "absolutely" considering a withdrawal, viewing European neutrality as a betrayal of the alliance.

The Rubio pivot: Once NATO's strongest advocate, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has shifted his stance, now echoing the "one-way street" rhetoric and signalling a post-war re-examination of the treaty.

Geopolitical friction: Relations have been further soured by Trump's engagement with Russia and the revival of his controve...