NATO Chief Urges Europe to Ramp Up Defenses Against Russia | JQJO

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urges Europe to significantly bolster its defenses against a resurgent Russia, highlighting Russia's rapid military buildup and collaborations with North Korea, China, and Iran. He credits President Trump with initiating dialogue with Putin but emphasizes the need for continued military aid to Ukraine. Rutte dismisses Russian claims that increased NATO spending will cause financial ruin, asserting that deterrence measures are working. He stresses the importance of a robust defense industrial base, including sufficient personnel and capacity, beyond financial investment alone. European military aid to Ukraine has reached $35 billion this year.