Mark Rutte

President Zelenskiy said the best way to support Ukraine is to provide weapons to shoot down enemy missiles. He called on allies to help defend Ukraine's skies in the same way they defend Israel.

The President of Ukraine said that without long-range weapons it is impossible to stop Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of saving the lives of Ukrainian soldiers and the need to strengthen Ukraine.

President Zelenskyy has said that Ukraine is focusing on getting an invitation to NATO, although it is difficult. The second priority in relations with the Alliance is obtaining weapons, especially air defense systems.

President Zelenskiy says Ukraine is working with its allies to shoot down Russian missiles over the country, but they are not yet ready.

Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv on the third day of his tenure as NATO Secretary General. He is already making press statements together with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine is difficult. According to him, Russian losses are about 1,000 killed or wounded every day, in addition to 500,000 total losses.

The new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed confidence in the continued support of Ukraine by the United States. He expressed his respect for both US presidential candidates Trump and Harris, emphasizing their understanding of the importance of helping Ukraine.

The Estonian Defense Minister announced plans to produce military products for Ukraine worth more than 100 million euros annually. Estonia seeks to prioritize Ukraine's needs by 2025.

The new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that Ukraine has the right to defend itself, and this right is not limited to the border. He emphasized that each ally determines the level of support for Ukraine.

At the Washington summit, NATO allies agree on a package of support for Ukraine. New Secretary General Mark Rutte promises to implement the decision and bring Ukraine closer to the Alliance.

Mark Rutte called China a decisive factor in Russia's war in Ukraine because of its support for the military industry. He warned that continuing such a policy could affect Beijing's interests and reputation.

The President of Ukraine congratulated Mark Rutte on assuming the post of NATO Secretary General. Zelenskyy looks forward to productive cooperation to strengthen security and partnership on Ukraine's path to NATO membership.

Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has taken over as NATO chief, replacing Jens Stoltenberg. His main tasks are to support Ukraine, increase defense spending by member states, and maintain US involvement in European security.

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says Putin's nuclear threats should not prevent military assistance to Ukraine.

On October 17-18, 2024, NATO Defense Ministers will meet in Brussels. This will be the first meeting chaired by the new Secretary General of the Alliance, Mark Rutte.

Dick Schouff, former Director General of the Netherlands Intelligence and Security Service, has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of the Netherlands, and President Zelenskyy congratulated him, expressing hope for further active cooperation in strengthening the Ukrainian-Dutch partnership.

President Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's future cooperation with NATO in a phone call with newly appointed NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

President Zelenskyy met with NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg to discuss preparations for the Washington NATO summit, looking forward to decisions on strengthening NATO's role in coordinating security assistance, training for the Ukrainian military, and long-term financial support for Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Mark Rutte on his appointment as the next NATO secretary general and expressed hope for continuing to work together with him to ensure protection and freedom in the Euro-Atlantic community.

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has been elected the next secretary general of NATO and will take up his duties on October 1, 2024.

Ursula von der Leyen, Kaya Callas and Antonio Costa were nominated for top positions in the EU after an agreement between EU leaders representing the bloc's three main political groups.

Mark Rutte, who is leaving his post as Prime Minister of the Netherlands, will be appointed next NATO secretary general on Wednesday after receiving approval from all 32 member states.

Six EU leaders agreed that Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa and Kaya Callas should receive leadership positions in the European Commission, the European Council and the foreign policy service, respectively.

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, who is leaving his post, plans to take a three-month leave before taking up his duties as NATO secretary general, as all 32 NATO member countries supported his candidacy for the highest post in the Alliance.

All 32 NATO members have agreed to the candidacy of Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte for the post of Secretary General of the Alliance, who will take over the leadership at a critical moment.

Romanian President Klaus Iohannis is withdrawing his candidacy for the post of NATO Secretary General, and Romania will support the candidacy of Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte.

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is the most likely candidate to become the next NATO Secretary General, according to current Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

Hungary and Slovakia have announced their potential support for Mark Rutte as the next NATO Secretary General.

After talks with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte expressed cautious optimism that Hungary's opposition to him becoming the next NATO chief will be overcome.

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has promised to give Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban the right to withdraw from NATO activities aimed at supporting Ukraine if he becomes secretary general of the military alliance, in an attempt to win Budapest's support after it vetoed his appointment for months.