Mark Rutte

NATO Buildup Agreed for Swedish Security Boost

NATO countries' leaders have agreed on a significant buildup over the next ten years. This is a big win for Europe and actually for Western civilization, says US President Donald Trump.

Rutte Supports Trump's Decision to Share Flattering SMS

Nato's Secretary General Mark Rutte thinks it's "completely okay" that the US President Donald Trump published Rutte's flattering sms to him on the platform Truth Social. In the message, Rutte calls Trump's actions in the Iran war "completely extraordinary"

Trump Criticizes CNN and Media at NATO Summit

Donald Trump stands firm that Iran's nuclear energy program has been "completely wiped out". At a press conference during the NATO summit in The Hague, the American president disparages in harsh terms the media that have reported on leaked American intelligence information that gives a different picture.

Trump Reaffirms Support for NATO's Article 5 Amid Interpretations

USA's president Donald Trump claims that Nato's defense guarantee article 5 has several interpretations – but also that he "stands completely behind it". Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and other Nordic leaders trust the USA.

NATO Sets 5% Defense Budget Target Amid Security Concerns

Five percent will be Nato's new budget target when heads of state and government hold their formal summit in The Hague. According to Nato chief Mark Rutte, it is a choice between that or teaching Swedish school children Russian. We must do this for our own security, he says to Rapport.

Sweden Urges Faster NATO Defense Investment Increase

Nato aims to increase defense expenditures to five percent of GDP by 2035. We would have preferred 2030. The sooner, the better, says Defense Minister Pål Jonson (The Moderate Party).

Rutte Praises Trump's Intervention in Iran as a Great Success

”Congratulations and thank you for your decisive intervention in Iran”. NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte praises USA's president Donald Trump – who quickly published his letter.

Trump Arrives in Europe for NATO Summit and Royal Stay

USA's president Donald Trump has arrived in Europe. Nervous Nato leaders hope for good mood and no quarrels about defense investments and support to Ukraine.

Europe Awaits Trump's Arrival Amid NATO Summit and Ceasefire News

Europe's NATO countries are holding both thumbs and breath as the US President Donald Trump flies in for a top meeting in The Hague – hours after the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. A short meeting is to minimize the risk of controversy.

NATO Summit to Focus on Increasing Defense Spending to 5% of GDP by 2035

The NATO summit aims for a decision to increase defense expenditures to five percent of GDP by 2035. This summit is about ensuring that NATO is safe not just today, but also in 3.5 or seven years, says Secretary General Marc Rutte.

NATO Summit in The Hague to Test Alliance Unity and Defense Spending

The NATO summit in the Dutch city of The Hague will be a test for the cohesion in the defense alliance. There, the 32 member countries will agree to significantly increase defense spending.

Spain Secures Exemption from NATO Defense Spending Increase

Nato countries are reported to be in agreement to increase defense expenditures to five percent of the states' gross national product. Spain, which opposed the increase, has been exempted from the decision.

Spain Opposes New NATO Defense Spending Targets

NATO Chief Confident in Agreement on Increased Defense Spending

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is quite certain that NATO countries will back a significantly increased defence expenditure target at the summit in The Hague after Midsummer. It looks like we will be able to reach an agreement in The Hague, he said at a press conference in Stockholm.

Kristersson on Iran-Israel Conflict: Sweden on Alert

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) says that the government and authorities are on their toes when it comes to potential spreading effects from the attacks between Israel and Iran. We currently have no signs that anything serious is directed specifically at Sweden. But I do not rule out that something could occur.

Bilderberg Meeting 2025: Key Figures Gather in Sweden

Several Swedish and internationally known persons will participate in the Bilderberg group's secret meeting which starts at the Grand Hotel today. Among others, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party), Spotify's CEO and founder Daniel Ek and NATO chief Mark Rutte will participate.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Visit Sweden Friday

Canada to Meet NATO Defense Spending Target This Year

Canada will this year reach Nato's defence spending target of 2 percent of GDP, the country's prime minister says.

Nato Chief Calls for 400% Boost in Air and Missile Defense

Nato chief Mark Rutte demands an increase of 400 percent for air and missile defense to counter the threat from Russia.

NATO Chief Proposes 5% Defense Budget Target

Nato chief Mark Rutte is now officially proposing 5 percent as the new budget target for the defense, divided into 3.5 percent traditional defense and 1.5 percent with military benefit. Decision awaits the Nato summit in The Hague.

NATO Allies Pledge Ships and Billions in Support to Ukraine

Ukraine's friends do not betray, the countries in the Ramstein group promise after yet another meeting at Nato headquarters. Ships, drones and "billions" in new support are promised - and also an invitation to Nato's summit in The Hague.

Trump Attends NATO Summit in The Hague Focusing on Membership Fees

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is traveling to The Hague when the Nato military alliance is holding a summit, the White House announces.

Ukraine and Russia Prepare New Prisoner Exchanges After Istanbul Talks

Monday's meeting between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul ended after an hour, further prisoner exchanges between the countries are now being prepared. At the same time, Ukraine's President Zelenskyj is requesting further support from his allies at a meeting in Vilnius.

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

The pressure must increase on the President of Russia – who has made "a great mistake" and "does not want peace". World leaders are pouring criticism over Vladimir Putin for skipping a high-level peace meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart in Turkey.