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Rutte says true autonomy would require 10% of GDP—but deterring Russia costs far less.
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Rutte: Greenland deal won’t come at Ukraine’s expense. NATO to strengthen Arctic security by early 2026 amid Russia’s threat
The Greenland agreement with Trump will boost Arctic security without cutting Ukraine aid.
Despite heavier losses than in Afghanistan, Russia keeps fighting: Rutte warns Greenland must not overshadow NATO’s primary challenge
Rutte warns Greenland must not overshadow NATO's primary challenge
Rutte: Russia launched Oreshnik to force NATO into abandoning Ukraine, but it won’t happen
Security of Ukraine is security of the Alliance, he said.
If China moves on Taiwan, Russia may strike Europe, NATO chief warns
If Russia takes Ukraine, NATO would face massive new costs, Rutte warns — far beyond current commitments.
If China invades Taiwan, it may push its “junior partner” into attack on Europe, says Rutte
The US won't abandon Europe, he insists.
“Spoiled, weak, and indecisive”: Ukrainian Intelligence chief explains why Russia sees Europe as its only expansion option
North means US, south means China, east means ocean. Europe is only way left for Russian expansion.
NATO keeps Ukraine’s membership question in separate lane as peace talks progress
France and the UK are leading a "coalition of the willing" to design Ukraine's post-war security.
Spain and Finland enter PURL, NATO’s joint program to buy US weapons for Ukraine
The initiative enables European countries to finance shipments of US defense systems based on Ukraine’s prioritized requests.
Trump says Tomahawks are “too complex” for Ukraine, rules out US training for the advanced missiles
President also refutes a “fake story” on missile long-range strike permissions within Russia.
Seven more countries step up to arm Ukraine as Russia intensifies its terror strikes ahead of winter
The initiative ensures Kyiv receives essential missiles, ammunition, and air defense systems, including Patriots.
“The hunt for the nearest mechanic”: NATO chief Rutte mocks Russian submarine with Cold War reference
Russian authorities denied their diesel-powered submarine Novorossiysk suffered a serious malfunction after NATO observed the vessel operating on the surface off the coast of Brittany
Taking notes from Ukraine – NATO can’t afford to shoot down cheap Russian drones with expensive missiles: Rutte
Rutte says NATO will deploy new counter-drone technologies within weeks following a series of Russian incursions into the alliance’s territory.
NATO jets shoot down Russian drones in Poland—but NATO believes it’s not an attack
Despite its own involvement, the Alliance refuses to define it as an act of war.
30 leaders gather in Paris to back Ukraine — but all eyes are on Trump’s missing guarantees
Zelenskyy joined the coalition summit as Europe debated defense pledges without firm US commitments.
Rutte in Kyiv promises Ukraine “no repeat of Budapest Memorandum” with dual security guarantees
The commitment aims to establish deterrence mechanisms that the failed 1994 Budapest Memorandum couldn't provide, though questions remain about whether theu can contain Putin's territorial ambitions.
Oval Office map showed 20% of Ukraine taken—Zelenskyy says “just 1% in 1,000 days, actually”
The Ukrainian President said the misconception inflated Russia’s perceived military strength.
Berlin commits $ 500 million to Ukraine, sourcing weapons directly from US reserves
The goal is rapid delivery of air defense and other vital gear. NATO says the package will include urgently needed air defense systems.
Russia’s troop deployment to Belarus, echoing 2022 buildup before all-out war, is planned for September 2025
As Russian and Belarusian forces flex their muscles in joint exercises, Kyiv and NATO prepare for the worst, watching closely for signs of a new offensive.
Netherlands becomes first NATO country to buy US Patriot missiles for Ukraine
The Dutch government has allocated €500 million to fund US-made Patriot missile systems and components for Ukraine—marking a first among NATO allies.