Mark Rutte explained that if Russia wins, it will become stronger territorially and militarily, which will pose a direct threat to the West. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's victory, especially given North Korea's interference.
The NATO Secretary General called for increased assistance to Ukraine amid support for Russia from the DPRK, China, and Iran. On the thousandth day of the full-scale invasion, EU defense ministers were to discuss this issue.
The North Atlantic Council issued a statement condemning military cooperation between Russia and the DPRK. NATO member states called on Russia to comply with international obligations and UN resolutions.
The President of Ukraine meets with the NATO Secretary General to discuss the participation of the North Korean military in the war. Russia deploys 11,000 DPRK troops in the Kursk region.
Swiss President Viola Amgerd has announced the final stage of negotiations with the EU on a new political agreement. The talks are aimed at restoring relations after Switzerland's withdrawal from previous negotiations in 2021.
The NATO Secretary General said that Europe and the United States face a growing threat amid cooperation between China, North Korea, Russia and Iran. Rutte plans to discuss countering these threats with Trump.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said it is necessary to increase defense spending by member states to more than 2% of GDP. He emphasized that it was Donald Trump who had previously promoted this idea.
The President of Ukraine arrived at the summit of the European Political Community in Hungary, where he was met by Viktor Orban. The event is attended by 47 heads of state and government to discuss important international issues.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said he was ready to work with Trump to “promote peace through strength.
German company Rheinmetall is completing the construction of its second plant in Ukraine. The first joint shop with Ukroboronprom is already working on the repair and production of armored vehicles.
During a meeting with Olaf Scholz in Berlin, Mark Rutte called on Germany to increase defense spending to more than 2% of GDP. Germany plans to allocate about EUR 90.6 billion for defense this year.
Germany, under Scholz's leadership, will play a decisive role in Ukraine's accession to NATO and ending the war.
The South Korean president announced that a delegation will visit Ukraine to discuss the presence of North Korean troops in Russia. The delegation will brief the EU and meet with Ukrainian intelligence and defense officials.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that Russia would not have been able to wage war without China's support. She emphasized that the future of Europe depends on the outcome of this war.
The Pentagon reports 10,000 North Korean troops in Russia, some of whom are moving to Ukraine. The US will not impose new restrictions on the use of US weapons if the DPRK participates in hostilities.
US President Joe Biden called the presence of North Korean troops in Russia “very dangerous. ” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the information about the deployment of more than 3,000 DPRK troops at training grounds in the Kursk region.
More than 3,000 North Korean mercenaries have begun training at military training grounds in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. They are accompanied by employees of the DPRK Embassy as interpreters and observers.
After the NATO Secretary General confirms that Russia is preparing to deploy North Korean troops, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry calls for the lifting of restrictions on long-range strikes. Rutte announces a significant escalation due to the involvement of DPRK troops in Kursk.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed for the first time the presence of North Korean troops in the Kursk region of Russia. He called it a significant escalation of the conflict and urged the allies to monitor the situation.
On October 28, the South Korean delegation will present information to NATO on the deployment of DPRK troops in Russia. After the meeting, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will hold a press conference.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said he could not confirm the participation of DPRK troops in the war in Ukraine. South Korea will provide an update on this issue next week.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the involvement of the DPRK military in Russia's war against Ukraine would mean a significant escalation. He discussed this issue with the President of South Korea during a telephone conversation.
Deputy Prime Minister Olga Stefanishyna said that the period from October to December is crucial for mobilizing support for Ukraine in NATO. After the US elections, the process of transition of power may complicate the receipt of aid.
In September, China's exports to Russia reached a record $11. 25 billion, up 16.6%. At the same time, imports from Russia fell by 9.2% due to sanctions that made international payments more difficult for Moscow.
The chairman of the US House Intelligence Committee called for the use of DPRK troops against Ukraine to be considered a “red line. ” He sent a letter to Biden informing him about the movement of North Korean troops to Russia.
During a visit to Beijing, the British Foreign Secretary called on China to investigate allegations of arms sales to Russia. He warned that this could damage China's relations with Europe.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced a significant increase in support for Ukraine to protect it from Russian aggression. NATO will continue to provide material, military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.
The US presidential adviser said that Ukraine needs to fulfill security conditions and implement reforms for NATO membership. The US supports Ukraine's future in the Alliance and is working on long-term support.
The Ukrainian president said that the invitation to NATO would strengthen the country diplomatically. Zelenskyy thanked NATO members for their help and expects financial support of €40 billion.
NATO Secretary General Rutte says there is no evidence of North Korean soldiers participating in the fighting in Ukraine.
