NATO Chief Mark Rutte acknowledged that due to pressure from President Trump, European countries will substantially increase their defense spending. In shared texts, Rutte praised Trump’s military actions in Iran as extraordinary and effective. He defended Trump's decision to reveal these private messages, which align in tone with Trump's style. The correspondence underscores a shift in European military funding, as NATO members are set to commit 5% of GDP towards defense, marking a significant change prompted by U.S. leadership.
Rutte praised Trump's decisive action in Iran and emphasized his influence on European defense spending, stating NATO allies are now committed to raising military expenditure significantly.
The Dutch Prime Minister's messages reflect an effort to establish rapport with Trump, who has consistently urged Europe to enhance military funding while questioning NATO's partnerships.
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