NATO Chief Supports Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions with Russia

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte affirms alliance support for Ukraine's defense capabilities during visit to Kyiv.

NATO's new Secretary-General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv, emphasizing NATO's support for Ukraine against Russia's ongoing offensive.
Ukraine's President Zelensky highlighted the need for advanced Western military aid, including long-range weapons and air defense systems.
Discussions on allowing Ukraine to use Western-supplied weapons on Russian soil are expected at an upcoming NATO leaders' meeting in Germany.
Ukrainian forces have withdrawn from Vuhledar to preserve lives amid intense Russian attacks, while Russia faces heavy losses for minimal territorial gains.
Romania has provided Ukraine with a Patriot missile-defense system, bolstering Ukraine's air defense capabilities against Russian strikes.