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Nato’s new chief Mark Rutte makes Ukraine support a top priority

The former Dutch PM also says he will work with whoever wins the US election

The Independent UK

Rutte Dismisses Trump Fears As He Takes Reins At NATO

The former Dutch prime minister steps into the role at a pivotal moment, as Russia presses its war in Ukraine, China flexes its growing might -- and just weeks before voters in the United States head to the polls.

Latin Times

Russian Strike Kills Six As Ukraine Marks Defenders Day

A Russian strike on a southern Ukraine market killed six people on Tuesday as the nation held a moment of silence to mark a major public holiday honouring troops, authorities said.

International Business Times

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Mark Rutte takes over as new NATO chief, dismisses Trump concerns

NATO's new chief Mark Rutte took over the leadership of the military alliance from outgoing NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg at a ceremony in Brussels on Tuesday. In his acceptance speech, Rutte downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in upcoming US president election and pledged to…

France 24

NATO Prepares For Leadership Change Amid Global Challenges

Jens Stoltenberg steps down as NATO Secretary-General, Mark Rutte takes over amidst ongoing crises and geopolitical challenges.

Top News

Rutte Takes Reins At NATO As US Vote Looms

Former Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte takes over as NATO's secretary general on Tuesday as the Western military alliance reaches a critical juncture weeks from a momentous US election.

International Business Times

Ukraine war briefing: Fight hard through autumn, Zelenskyy urges forces

Mark Rutte to take Nato reins from Jens Stoltenberg; ‘I don’t really buy it’ says former Trump adviser of boasts about ending war. What we know on day 951

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Mark Rutte takes charge of Nato at a perilous moment for Ukraine

But insiders say ‘Trump whisperer’’s years of coalition-building in Netherlands should stand him in good stead

The Guardian - UK

NATO Gets A New Chief -- But Don't Expect A Revolution

Incoming NATO chief Mark Rutte brings new leadership this week to one of the world's most powerful-sounding roles -- helming the nuclear-armed Atlantic alliance.

International Business Times

Trump To Putin: The Key Challenges Facing Rutte At NATO

Dutch former prime minister Mark Rutte will take the reins as NATO's new secretary general on Tuesday at a perilous time for the Western military alliance.

International Business Times

A decade after deadly MH17 crash, the father of one victim is still waiting for Russia to say sorry

Quinn Schansman dreamed of becoming the youngest-ever CEO of an American company

The Independent UK

Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte Selected As NATO Secretary General

Mark Rutte, the incoming NATO Secretary General, brings diplomatic skills and experience to navigate challenges and maintain alliance unity.

Top News

Which European leaders does prime minister Keir Starmer need to call and what will his relationship be like with each?

To get to power, Keir Starmer’s Labour party has aimed to “de-risk” its image and present itself as trustworthy and stable. That appears to have paid off domestically, but it contrasts with the near impossibility of derisking foreign policy.

The Conversation

Ukraine recap: Zelensky says ‘no’ to Hungary’s ceasefire proposal and ‘hurry up’ to western aid

Ukraine’s troops remain frustrated at delays in getting fresh supplies of arms and ammunition, according to reports from the frontline. It’s been several months since the US and the EU signed off on their massive aid packages to Kyiv, yet the bulk of the weapons have yet to find their…

The Conversation

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The Independent UK

New Dutch leader pledges to cut immigration as the opposition vows to root out racists in cabinet

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof is pledging to work hard at cutting immigration, one of his new goverment’s main aims

International Business Times

Ex-spy Chief To Be Sworn In As New Dutch PM On Mission To Curb Asylum

Former spy chief Dick Schoof becomes the new Dutch prime minister Tuesday, leading a right-wing coalition cabinet on a mission to implement the "strictest-ever" immigration policy in the country.

The Independent UK

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte urged support for Ukraine, EU and NATO in his farewell speech

Long-serving Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has urged his country to support Ukraine and international cooperation in his final address to his compatriots

Evening Standard

Who is Mark Rutte? Netherlands prime minister to become next Nato secretary general

Conservative politician and ‘man of the people’ takes over from Jens Stoltenberg

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Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 853

As the war enters its 853rd day, these are the main developments.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: US charges Russian with conspiring to destroy Kyiv computer systems

Justice department announces $10m reward for information on 22-year-old Amin Timovich Stigal, who remains at large. What we know on day 855

The Independent UK

Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte picked as next Nato chief

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte will replace Norway’s Jens Stoltenberg as Nato chief on 1 October

The Conversation

Nato’s Washington summit will need to tackle Russian sabotage and myriad security threats

The leaders of Nato member states will meet in Washington DC in a few weeks and one of the topics of discussion will be how to tackle escalating incidents of Russian sabotage.

Radio France Internationale

Outgoing Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte appointed as NATO chief

NATO's 32 nations on Wednesday appointed outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the alliance's next head to take over in October. The annoucement comes at a tense time with Russia on the march in Ukraine and US elections looming.

Al Jazeera

Rutte says NATO ‘cornerstone of collective security’ as he is named chief

Dutch PM says it’s a ‘tremendous honour’ after he is appointed to lead the alliance from October.