NATO Summit Focuses on Ukraine Amid Zelenskyy's Absence
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized Ukraine's central role in the upcoming summit, despite President Zelenskyy's potential absence. The summit aims to reinforce military commitments and address the ongoing threat from Russia. European allies pledge significant financial backing to Ukraine, even as tensions persist with the US President.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reaffirmed that Ukraine remains a pivotal issue at the alliance's summit this week, even as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's presence is in question. The gathering aims to strengthen military spending amid ongoing threats from Russia.
Rutte assured that significant discussions will connect defense spending projections up to 2035 with Ukraine's ongoing fight. However, a diplomatic downgrade signals a shift from prior NATO meetings, especially in the backdrop of lingering tensions with the US President.
NATO allies commit over €35 billion in security assistance to Ukraine for the coming year, marking a sharp increase from previous pledges. Meanwhile, Russian aggression continues unabated, with recent attacks causing significant Ukrainian casualties and damage.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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