NATO chief announces ”billions” in aid to Ukraine from Alliance members after talking to Trump
The NATO Secretary General will also join a meeting in London this weekend to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine with European leaders.
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NATO chief: Europe ready to step up to lead Ukraine security guarantees
Rutte's statement comes after an emergency summit of several EU leaders amid fears that US President Trump may exclude Europe from talks to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.
NATO chief: Alliance did not promise Ukraine membership as result of any peace talks
The NATO Secretary-General noted that security assurances which can make sure that Russia will never attack Ukraine again can take many forms.
NATO chief Rutte: New treaty between Ukraine and Russia must prevent future Russian aggression
Rutte said that a potential treaty should ensure that Putin realizes ''we should not try to take another square kilometer of Ukraine ever again.''
UK PM Starmer urges European allies to increase Ukraine support
This year, the UK "will give more military support to Ukraine than ever before."
US, Germany “not ready” to invite Ukraine to NATO, alliance source says
Meanwhile, Hungary and Slovakia, under pro-Russian leadership, oppose extending a NATO invitation to Ukraine, the source says.
NATO chief Rutte stresses more weapons for Ukraine, less talk on peace process
The NATO Secretary General suggested the West should focus on strengthening Kyiv’s position before Ukraine considers peace talks with Russia.
NATO chief warns Trump: forced Ukraine peace deal could embolden China, Iran, and North Korea
Rutte cautioned the US President-elect that pressuring Ukraine into an unfavorable peace deal with Russia would lead to a significant global security threat.
Russia’s Ukraine invasion endangers global order, warns NATO chief
NATO chief Mark Rutte warned that Russia’s aggression in Ukraine poses global risks, with North Korean and Iranian backing magnifying these threats.
NATO’s Rutte says aid for Ukraine and Kyiv’s security pacts are bridge to NATO membership
Meanwhile, German Chancellor Scholz reiterated his opposition to immediate NATO membership actions.
South Korean delegation to brief NATO on North Korean troops in Russia
Seoul may also consider sending a monitoring team to Ukraine, and providing Ukraine with weapons.
NATO won’t invite Ukraine to alliance in short term despite Zelenskyy’s “victory plan” push
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized long-term support for Ukraine while avoiding specific commitments on membership timing.
“I can’t support Zelenskyy’s whole Victory plan,” says NATO chief Rutte
However, NATO will meet its €40 billion military aid target for Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Rutte: Ukraine must negotiate with Russia from a position of strength
Rutte's comments aim to unify the allies around the common goal of supporting Ukraine without pressuring it into negotiations.
Rutte: NATO will do what’s necessary to ensure Ukraine’s victory
The NATO chief said that the Alliance won't be intimidated by Russia's threats.
Rutte: Ukraine faces its hardest winter yet—NATO must and will do more
NATO chief Mark Rutte has called on allies to increase arms supplies to Ukraine as the country faces what could be its hardest winter since the Russian invasion.
Slovak Pro-Russian PM Fico vows to block Ukraine’s NATO membership
He pledges to block Ukraine's NATO accession for as long as he's in office, which is until at least 2027.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 953: Ukraine’s strategic retreat from Vuhledar, saving lives amidst ongoing war
President Zelenskyy justifies Ukraine's withdrawal from Vuhledar as a necessary step to preserve soldiers' lives, highlighting the ongoing challenges in the war. Meanwhile, NATO's new Secretary General Mark Rutte makes his first official visit to Kyiv, affirming the alliance's commitment to Ukraine.
Rutte makes first official visit to Kyiv as new NATO chief
Meeting with President Zelenskyy, they discussed Ukraine's NATO membership prospects, current battlefield situation, and urgent defense needs, particularly air defense systems ahead of winter.
New NATO chief Rutte ready to work with either Trump or Harris after US election, Ukraine support among priorities
Mark Rutte takes office as NATO Secretary General, outlining priorities: enhancing capabilities, supporting Ukraine, and addressing global challenges.
