the NATO

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance formed in 1949, comprising countries mainly from North America and Europe. Its primary goal is to ensure mutual security; if one member is attacked, others are obliged to defend it. NATO promotes political stability, peace, and cooperation among member nations, often working together on defense planning, crisis management, and countering common threats like terrorism or cyber attacks. It functions as a collective defense mechanism, emphasizing the importance of unity and shared responsibility among members to maintain peace and security in the North Atlantic region.