Mark Rutte dismisses Trump fears as he takes reins at NATO
3 months, 1 week ago

Mark Rutte dismisses Trump fears as he takes reins at NATO

The Hindu  

NATO's new chief Mark Rutte on Tuesday downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in upcoming U.S. elections and pledged to keep backing Ukraine, as he assumed leadership of the world's most powerful military alliance. "I'm determined to prepare NATO for the challenges of the future," Rutte said as he formally took over as Secretary General from Norway's Jen Stoltenberg at NATO's Brussels headquarters. Even if he wanted to change NATO's direction, Mr. Rutte would likely struggle to shake up an alliance based on careful consensus between its members. "One thing will not change, and that is NATO's core mission, and that is to make sure that we defend our people, our nations, and, of course, our values," Mr. Rutte said.

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NATO leader says he wants to put Ukraine in a position of strength for any peace talks with Russia
3 weeks, 2 days ago

NATO leader says he wants to put Ukraine in a position of strength for any peace talks with Russia

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO’s secretary-general said he wants to discuss ways to put Ukraine in a position of strength for any future peace talks with Russia during a meeting Wednesday with Ukraine’s president and a small number of European leaders. “High on the agenda is to make sure that the president, his team in Ukraine, are in the best possible position …

NATO boss calls for much higher defense spending to counter Russia
Top News
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NATO boss calls for much higher defense spending to counter Russia

CNN  

Brussels, Belgium Reuters — NATO head Mark Rutte warned the US-led transatlantic alliance on Thursday that it was not ready for the threats it would face from Russia in the coming years and called for a shift to a wartime mindset - with much higher defense spending. Rutte said future spending would have to be much higher than the current …

NATO boss calls for much higher defense spending to counter Russia
Top News
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NATO boss calls for much higher defense spending to counter Russia

CNN  

Brussels, Belgium Reuters — NATO head Mark Rutte warned the US-led transatlantic alliance on Thursday that it was not ready for the threats it would face from Russia in the coming years and called for a shift to a wartime mindset - with much higher defense spending. Rutte said future spending would have to be much higher than the current …

NATO chief warns that Putin wants long-term confrontation with Europe after Ukraine
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NATO chief warns that Putin wants long-term confrontation with Europe after Ukraine

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to “wipe Ukraine off the map” and could come after other parts of Europe next, as he urged Europeans to press their governments to ramp up defense spending. Rutte noted that defense spending has risen sharply in Europe, with 23 allies expected to reach …

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House
1 month, 1 week ago

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending as Trump returns to White House

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte led a fresh push Wednesday for European countries to ramp up defense spending, a budget shortfall that President-elect Donald Trump used to berate U.S. allies during his first term in office, severely damaging trust. After Russia annexed Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula a decade ago, NATO leaders agreed to halt the defense cuts that began when …

New Nato chief warns Trump not to push Ukraine deal that would have Putin and Iran ‘high-fiving’
1 month, 1 week ago

New Nato chief warns Trump not to push Ukraine deal that would have Putin and Iran ‘high-fiving’

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The new secretary-general of Nato has warned Donald Trump not to …

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending
1 month, 1 week ago

NATO chief urges European allies to ramp up defense spending

LA Times  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, front center, speaks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at a meeting at NATO headquarters in Brussels this week. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte led a fresh push Wednesday for European countries to ramp up defense spending, tackling a budget shortfall that President-elect Donald Trump used to berate U.S. allies during his first …

US to face 'dire threats' if Ukraine is made to accept Russia's terms, Nato chief warns Trump
1 month, 1 week ago

US to face 'dire threats' if Ukraine is made to accept Russia's terms, Nato chief warns Trump

Firstpost  

Nato chief Mark Rutte said he has warned US President-elect Donald Trump that the United States would face ‘dire threats’ if Ukraine is forced into making a peace deal that is favourable to Russia Nato chief Mark Rutte has warned US President-elect Donald Trump that the United States would face “dire threats” if Ukraine is made to accept Russia’s terms. …

NATO set to hold off Ukraine invite push as Trump looms
1 month, 1 week ago

NATO set to hold off Ukraine invite push as Trump looms

Deccan Chronicle  

Brussels: NATO foreign ministers looked set to rebuff Tuesday a push from Ukraine for progress on joining their alliance ahead of Donald Trump taking power in the United States. Zelensky said Sunday that Kyiv was hoping NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels with Ukraine's top diplomat would issue "recommendations" to grant his country a membership invitation. Briefing reporters Monday as …

NATO leader Rutte: The Netherlands must significantly boost defense spending
1 month, 1 week ago

NATO leader Rutte: The Netherlands must significantly boost defense spending

NL Times  

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called for substantial increases in defense spending by the Netherlands, emphasizing that the current NATO guideline of 2 percent of national income is insufficient for long-term security. As a former Dutch prime minister who was initially slow to meet NATO’s two percent goal, Rutte acknowledged the challenges of reallocating resources. The Netherlands currently adheres to …

New NATO chief Rutte says alliance ‘needs to go further’ in support for Ukraine
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New NATO chief Rutte says alliance ‘needs to go further’ in support for Ukraine

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Greece — NATO’s new Secretary General Mark Rutte on Tuesday said the alliance “needs to go further” to support Ukraine in its fight against a Russian invasion and accused Moscow of dangerously escalating the conflict by bringing in thousands of North Korean troops. “In pursuing its illegal war in Ukraine, Russia makes use of North Korean weapons and troops, …

New NATO chief Rutte says alliance ‘needs to go further’ in support for Ukraine
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New NATO chief Rutte says alliance ‘needs to go further’ in support for Ukraine

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy NATO’s new Secretary General Mark …

Nato calls for unity as Russia, allies 'threaten' Europe, Indo-Pacific and North America
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Nato calls for unity as Russia, allies 'threaten' Europe, Indo-Pacific and North America

Firstpost  

Trump victory in the US presidential election has caused concern in Kyiv and other European capitals about the degree of future U.S. commitment to helping Ukraine. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Tuesday warned that Russia’s growing economic and military ties with China, North Korea and Iran are posing threats to Europe, the Indo-Pacific, and North America. ”Russia working together …

NATO’s Rutte calls for more Western support for Ukraine, warns of Russian alliances
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

NATO’s Rutte calls for more Western support for Ukraine, warns of Russian alliances

Associated Press  

PARIS — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has called on Western allies to provide Ukraine with further support “to change the trajectory of the conflict” with Russia. Speaking ahead of a meeting Tuesday in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron, Rutte said: “We must do more than just keep Ukraine in the fight.” He added: “We need to raise the cost …

Macron and Scholz call for EU to unite on defence after Trump victory
2 months ago

Macron and Scholz call for EU to unite on defence after Trump victory

The Telegraph  

“For a long time, Germany and the US have been working together successfully promoting prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. Mark Rutte, the Nato secretary general, congratulated Trump on his victory, amid fears he would carry out threats to pull out of the Alliance unless European nations ramped up their defence spending. Sir Keir Starmer will also …

Mark Rutte set for NATO top job amid Ukraine, US uncertainty
3 months, 1 week ago

Mark Rutte set for NATO top job amid Ukraine, US uncertainty

Hindustan Times  

* Mark Rutte set for NATO top job amid Ukraine, US uncertainty Dutch ex-premier takes over from Jens Stoltenberg * Rutte is staunch supporter of Ukraine * He has told Europeans to 'stop whining' about Trump * Rutte charged with forging consensus among 32 allies By Andrew Gray BRUSSELS, - Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte takes over as NATO …

NATO names Dutch PM Rutte as next boss
6 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO names Dutch PM Rutte as next boss

The Hindu  

NATO's 32 nations on Wednesday appointed outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the alliance's next head, handing him the job at a crucial moment with Russia on the march in Ukraine and U.S. elections looming. Mr. Rutte will take over from Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on October 1 after major powers — spearheaded by the United States — wrapped …

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte picked as next Nato chief
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte picked as next Nato chief

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte …

Outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte is new NATO chief: From Putin to Trump, a look at challenges waiting for him
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte is new NATO chief: From Putin to Trump, a look at challenges waiting for him

Firstpost  

Mark Rutte, the departing PM of the Netherlands and recently appointed as the next NATO chief, will assume leadership of the Western military alliance during a precarious period. We take a look at the critical issues that will demand Rutte’s immediate attention when he assumes office in October Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte looks on, on the day of …

Mark Rutte is named NATO chief. He’ll need all his consensus-building skills from Dutch politics
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mark Rutte is named NATO chief. He’ll need all his consensus-building skills from Dutch politics

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Over the course of more than a dozen years at the top of Dutch politics, Mark Rutte got to know a thing or two about finding consensus among fractious coalition partners. On Wednesday, NATO ambassadors appointed the outgoing Dutch prime minister as the alliance’s next secretary general, its top civilian post. Rutte will be congratulated by …

NATO appoints outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte as next secretary-general
6 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO appoints outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte as next secretary-general

The Hindu  

NATO appointed Mark Rutte as its next secretary-general on Wednesday, putting the outgoing Dutch prime minister in charge of the world’s biggest security organisation at a critical time for European security as war rages in Ukraine. “I warmly welcome NATO allies’ choice of Mark Rutte as my successor,” Mr. Stoltenberg said. Several obstacles had stood in Rutte’s way of security …

NATO appoints outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next secretary-general
6 months, 2 weeks ago

NATO appoints outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next secretary-general

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO appointed Mark Rutte as its next secretary-general on Wednesday, putting the outgoing Dutch prime minister in charge of the world’s biggest security organization at a critical time for European security as war rages in Ukraine. “I warmly welcome NATO allies’ choice of Mark Rutte as my successor,” Stoltenberg said. Secretaries general chair meetings and guide often delicate …

Rutte says NATO ‘cornerstone of collective security’ as he is named chief
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rutte says NATO ‘cornerstone of collective security’ as he is named chief

Al Jazeera  

Dutch PM says it’s a ‘tremendous honour’ after he is appointed to lead the alliance from October. Transatlantic military alliance NATO has appointed Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next chief, entrusting him with the leadership role during a critical time for European security amid Russia’s war in Ukraine. “I know I am leaving NATO in good hands.” Stoltenberg, …

‘Teflon Mark’ Rutte named NATO chief. He’ll need his consensus-building skills from Dutch politics
6 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Teflon Mark’ Rutte named NATO chief. He’ll need his consensus-building skills from Dutch politics

LA Times  

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, right, greets the Netherland’s Prime Minister Mark Rutte during arrivals for a NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, on July 11, 2023. On Wednesday, NATO ambassadors appointed the outgoing Dutch prime minister as the alliance’s next secretary general, its top civilian post. Securing the job of NATO chief required all of Rutte’s diplomatic skills as he …

Rutte's NATO honeymoon looks set to be sweet but short
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rutte's NATO honeymoon looks set to be sweet but short

China Daily  

The flag of NATO. Some analysts believe that in the context of Donald Trump's possible reelection as US president and the general concern that he will weaken the US' support for Ukraine, it is more conducive to the running-in between all parties to let Rutte, who has a good relationship with Trump, serve as the next NATO chief. Although these …

Rutte's NATO honeymoon looks set to be sweet but short
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rutte's NATO honeymoon looks set to be sweet but short

China Daily  

The flag of NATO. Some analysts believe that in the context of Donald Trump's possible reelection as US president and the general concern that he will weaken the US' support for Ukraine, it is more conducive to the running-in between all parties to let Rutte, who has a good relationship with Trump, serve as the next NATO chief. Although these …

US thanks Romania for its leader exiting the NATO leadership race to clear the way for Rutte
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US thanks Romania for its leader exiting the NATO leadership race to clear the way for Rutte

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Friday thanked Romania for its president withdrawing from the race to lead NATO, saying the move would help ensure the Western military alliance stays properly focused. Their meeting Friday at the State Department came just a day after Romanian President Klaus Iohannis dropped out of the running for NATO’s top job, clearing the way …

Mark Rutte will be next NATO chief: Who is outgoing Dutch PM?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mark Rutte will be next NATO chief: Who is outgoing Dutch PM?

Firstpost  

Mark Rutte, who has been in office since 2010, is the Netherlands’ longest-serving prime minister. Known as a consensus builder who has helmed multiple coalition governments, Rutte is a fierce advocate of Ukraine and a strong critic of Vladimir Putin Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte will be the next NATO chief. Dutch’s outgoing prime minister Mark Rutte will be …

‘Teflon Mark’ Rutte set to bring consensus-building skills from Dutch politics as next NATO chief
6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Teflon Mark’ Rutte set to bring consensus-building skills from Dutch politics as next NATO chief

Associated Press  

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Over the course of more than a dozen years at the top of Dutch politics, Mark Rutte got to know a thing or two about finding consensus among fractious coalition partners. Rutte’s appointment could be sealed by a meeting of NATO ambassadors in the coming days, or when President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts meet …

Rutte seals NATO top job after lone rival drops out
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Rutte seals NATO top job after lone rival drops out

The Hindu  

Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on June 20 clinched the race to become the next head of NATO at a pivotal time for the alliance, after sole challenger Romanian President Klaus Iohannis pulled out. Mr. Rutte will come in at a perilous moment for the Western allies as Russia's war in Ukraine drags on and Donald Trump battles to …

Romania says yes, clearing the way for Mark Rutte to head Nato
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Romania says yes, clearing the way for Mark Rutte to head Nato

Dutch News  

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte is now set to take over as secretary general of Nato, following the withdrawal of Romania’s candidate Klaus Iohannis. Rutte will be the fourth Dutch leader of Nato, following Dirk Stikker, Joseph Luns and Jaap de Hoop Scheffer. Outgoing secretary general Jens Stoltenberg told a meeting in Canada on Wednesday that Rutte is a …

Romania says yes, clearing the way for Mark Rutte to head Nato
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Romania says yes, clearing the way for Mark Rutte to head Nato

Dutch News  

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte is now set to take over as secretary general of Nato, following the withdrawal of Romania’s candidate Klaus Iohannis. Rutte will be the fourth Dutch leader of Nato, following Dirk Stikker, Joseph Luns and Jaap de Hoop Scheffer. Outgoing secretary general Jens Stoltenberg told a meeting in Canada on Wednesday that Rutte is a …

And then there was one: Mark Rutte. Romania’s president withdraws from the race for NATO chief
6 months, 3 weeks ago

And then there was one: Mark Rutte. Romania’s president withdraws from the race for NATO chief

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Romania’s president has withdrawn from the race to become NATO’s next secretary general, leaving outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte all but certain to head the world’s biggest military organization from October. It should allow NATO to put on a show of unity and demonstrate solidarity with war-ravaged Ukraine when U.S. President Joe Biden and his counterparts meet …

Dutch leader Mark Rutte clears a big hurdle to becoming NATO chief after Hungary lifts objections
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Dutch leader Mark Rutte clears a big hurdle to becoming NATO chief after Hungary lifts objections

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Hungary on Tuesday lifted its veto on Mark Rutte becoming the next head of NATO after the outgoing Dutch prime minister gave written guarantees that he would not force the country to take part in the military alliance’s new plans to provide support to Ukraine. Rutte’s assurances, contained in a letter to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, remove a …

Hungary backs Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte for top Nato job
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hungary backs Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte for top Nato job

Dutch News  

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte is virtually assured of the top job at Nato now that Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán has agreed to back him. Rutte and Orbán met for an “open conversation” that “focused on the future” on Monday evening and on Tuesday afternoon, Orbán said in a social media post that “Hungary is ready to support PM …

Hungary backs Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte for top Nato job
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hungary backs Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte for top Nato job

Dutch News  

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte is virtually assured of the top job at Nato now that Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán has agreed to back him. Rutte and Orbán met for an “open conversation” that “focused on the future” on Monday evening and on Tuesday afternoon, Orbán said in a social media post that “Hungary is ready to support PM …

Mark Rutte nears Nato job after "open talks" with Orbán
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mark Rutte nears Nato job after "open talks" with Orbán

Dutch News  

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte has had what his spokesman described as “open conversation” with Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán on the fringes of the EU leaders meeting in Brussels on Monday. Orbán said earlier this month that he had two main conditions for backing Rutte, the first a matter of honour, the second a military claim. In terms of …

Mark Rutte nears Nato job after "open talks" with Orbán
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Mark Rutte nears Nato job after "open talks" with Orbán

Dutch News  

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte has had what his spokesman described as “open conversation” with Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán on the fringes of the EU leaders meeting in Brussels on Monday. Orbán said earlier this month that he had two main conditions for backing Rutte, the first a matter of honour, the second a military claim. In terms of …

Slovakia still undecided about Rutte as next NATO leader
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Slovakia still undecided about Rutte as next NATO leader

NL Times  

Slovakia was still undecided about whether it will back outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the next leader of NATO. Until ten days ago, Hungary had indicated it would prefer Iohannis, and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán had only distaste for Rutte's candidacy. Orbán seemed to open the door to the Dutch politician by saying that he needed assurance …

Dutch PM Mark Rutte remains optimistic about Nato job
7 months, 1 week ago

Dutch PM Mark Rutte remains optimistic about Nato job

Dutch News  

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte has said he is “definitely optimistic” about being appointed new secretary general of Nato, but that the job is not yet a certainty. Romania, Slovakia and Hungary still have to approve Rutte’s appointment, which must be unanimous, but Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán said earlier this week he is still not convinced by the …

Dutch PM Mark Rutte remains optimistic about Nato job
7 months, 1 week ago

Dutch PM Mark Rutte remains optimistic about Nato job

Dutch News  

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte has said he is “definitely optimistic” about being appointed new secretary general of Nato, but that the job is not yet a certainty. Romania, Slovakia and Hungary still have to approve Rutte’s appointment, which must be unanimous, but Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán said earlier this week he is still not convinced by the …

How not to botch the EU leadership reshuffle
7 months, 2 weeks ago

How not to botch the EU leadership reshuffle

Hindustan Times  

Featuring on a criminal “wanted” list usually crimps one’s options for future employment. Reports that Kaja Kallas is one of a slew of Baltic politicians the Kremlin wants to arrest—something to do with removing Soviet war memorials—may help her candidacy in the upcoming scramble for top EU jobs. Who gets which top Euro-job is traditionally decided by the EU’s 27 …

Turkey says it backs outgoing Dutch prime minister Rutte’s candidacy for NATO chief
8 months, 1 week ago

Turkey says it backs outgoing Dutch prime minister Rutte’s candidacy for NATO chief

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey has told its NATO allies that Ankara will back the Netherlands’ outgoing Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s candidacy for the military alliance’s secretary general position, a senior Turkish official said Monday. Incumbent NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg, a former Norwegian prime minister who has been NATO’s top civilian official since 2014, is nearing the end of his term. …

Decision over new NATO boss likely shelved till June: report
10 months ago

Decision over new NATO boss likely shelved till June: report

NL Times  

Mark Rutte may have to wait longer before finding out whether he will become the new Secretary General of NATO. On Wednesday, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said that his country “certainly cannot support a man” who previously tried to “bring Hungary to its knees” for NATO chief. They also create space for other countries to “ask for things” in …

Half of Dutch think Rutte should step down as PM when taking NATO job
10 months ago

Half of Dutch think Rutte should step down as PM when taking NATO job

NL Times  

Over half of Netherlands residents think Mark Rutte should immediately step down as outgoing Prime Minister if he is announced as the new Secretary General of NATO. If that happens, most Dutch think Johan Remkes should take over as outgoing Prime Minister while the Cabinet formation process continues, EenVandaag reported after surveying 23,118 members of its opinion panel. A quarter …

Britain backs outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte to be the next Nato chief after Ben Wallace is snubbed for the job
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Britain backs outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte to be the next Nato chief after Ben Wallace is snubbed for the job

Daily Mail  

Britain has given its backing to outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte to be the next Nato chief. After Ben Wallace was snubbed for the job, No 10 said Mr Rutte has 'serious defence and security credentials' to be the alliance's next secretary-general. Britain has given its backing to outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte to be the next Nato …

Mark Rutte | The consensus man
1 year, 5 months ago

Mark Rutte | The consensus man

The Hindu  

Mark Rutte hardly lets ideology stand in the way of a good deal. In the four coalition governments that Mr. Rutte cobbled together, he has managed to garner support from those in the political extremes such as anti-Islam Geert Wilders and has aligned his centre-right party with the centre-left Labour Party. His third coalition collapsed following a massive scandal over …

EU states near Russia need to be bolstered, Dutch PM says
2 years, 6 months ago

EU states near Russia need to be bolstered, Dutch PM says

Dutch News  

It is extremely important that EU member states which are close to Russia are bolstered by Nato, prime minister Mark Rutte said on Wednesday, during the Nato summit in Madrid. pic.twitter.com/4dLn63bMKu — Mark Rutte June 29, 2022 The prime minister also welcomed the news that Nato is to be expanded by Sweden and Finland which is ‘one of the high …

NATO to supply more heavy weapons to Ukraine, Dutch PM announces
2 years, 6 months ago

NATO to supply more heavy weapons to Ukraine, Dutch PM announces

NL Times  

NATO countries will supply more heavy weapons to Ukraine, Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced with his Danish colleague Mette Frederiksen and NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg after meeting in The Hague on Tuesday. The number of heavy weapons heading towards Kyiv will increase, Stoltenberg said. On Tuesday, leaders of seven NATO countries gathered at the Catshuis, Rutte’s official residence in The …

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