NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, spoke after the European Union leader meeting with Ukrainian President Volodimir in London, emphasizing that the meeting was extremely successful.
Rutte emphasized that many European countries have already announced an increase in their defense expenditures, adding to believe that there will be more similar posts.
“These announcements are very positive, and several countries are already showing a strong will to increase their investments in defense,” he said.
Although the peace agreement has not yet been reached, Rutte emphasized the importance of preparation for the future and insurance that European countries will be ready to help Ukraine. He also said that allies are determined to prevent Russia’s further attacks in Ukraine.
Speaking about his friendship with U.S. President Donald Trump, Rutte has emphasized: “We’ve been working together for eight years and now we’re even more engaged. He’s completely dedicated to NATO and Article 5, as he said.
In the end, he called for the termination of the US commitment to NATO, saying, “United States are in NATO, they are dedicated to NATO and Article 5, and that is what they are repeated consistently.”
(Vijesti.ba)
