Trump approves Montenegro for NATO

Montenegro has been given the go ahead by US President Donald Trump to join NATO.

Montenegrin sailors stand at the light frigate "Kotor"

Donald Trump has signed the US instrument of ratification for Montenegro's accession to NATO. (AAP)

US President Donald Trump has signed the US instrument of ratification for Montenegro's accession to NATO, the White House says.

Last month the Senate overwhelmingly backed the expansion of NATO to allow Montenegro to join the alliance, hoping to send a message that the United States will push back against Russian efforts to increase its influence in Europe.


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