U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Lieutenant General Alexus Grynkewich as the next Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), reaffirming U.S. leadership in NATO's military command structure.
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U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Air Force Lieutenant General Alexus Grynkewich as the next Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) on June 5.
Trump personally informed NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte of the decision, Reuters reported on May 30.
General Grynkewich's nomination was put forward by President Donald Trump and approved by all 32 NATO allies
The appointment must now be confirmed by the U.S. Senate
Grynkewich will replace Christopher Cavoli, who has led the West's efforts to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia and to strengthen NATO's own ability to deter Moscow
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