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Former Dutch Ambassador to Ukraine, Klaas Blom Serry, recently stated in an interview with Ukrinform that Ukraine could become more crucial for European security than NATO's Article 5. He argued that this statement is a serious one, indicating that Article 5 may no longer serve as a strong guarantee and that Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security.
Serry highlighted that Ukraine currently has the strongest army in Europe, which is why he believes it has gained significant importance for European security.
Serry also mentioned that Mark Rutte, the former Dutch Prime Minister, has become one of Ukraine's most consistent supporters since the MH17 tragedy. He noted that Rutte's attitude towards Ukraine changed after MH17, although it took time for him to fully embrace the cause. According to Serry, Rutte, along with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, had to push hard for the decision to provide Ukraine with F-16 aircraft, with Denmark and the Netherlands going above and beyond compared to many other EU countries.
Regarding Rutte's current role as NATO Secretary General, Serry expressed some concern about the deepening rift between America and Europe. He suggested that NATO may need to become more European in nature, which would be a significant responsibility for Rutte. The ambassador acknowledged that he believes Rutte is well-suited for this role, despite his own criticism of his praise for former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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