[yflu]

If you go running into a burning building, you can't expect your allies to do the same.

We might, but that's on our own volition, not out of any obligation.

[batushka]

Sure, just remember that it works both ways. When your house will burn and you'll be desperate, have a persuasive story ready.

[EugeneAZ]

Those anonyms may be just trolls payed by potential adversaries. It's HN. Divide et impera!

[ionised]

There is a difference between a military alliance and a mutual defense pact. NATO is the latter.