Rutte says Putin is in a 'bad place' as he reassures NATO allies amid threat reports
NATO chief Mark Rutte said the alliance was prepared to respond to Russian hybrid attacks against European countries following fresh warnings from Danish intelligence. Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth urged European allies to take greater responsibility for their own defence.
NATO is ramping up intelligence-sharing efforts in response to a surge of suspected Russian sabotage, according to reports from Ukrinform and Reuters. NATO's top commander emphasized that while the situation should not cause panic, the alliance remains vigilant and prepared to handle any potential threats from Moscow. The commander pointed to recent incidents, such as an attempted drone attack on Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport and a Russian vessel firing signal flares at a Danish military helicopter, as evidence of the increasing hybrid warfare against Western countries.
Supreme Allied Commander Europe stressed that NATO possesses the necessary tools and mechanisms to manage the risks posed by these attacks. He reassured that despite the likelihood of Russian aggression, the alliance is confident in its capabilities to defend every inch of its territory. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte echoed this sentiment, reiterating that European leaders must remain focused on supporting Ukraine amidst the ongoing Russian attacks, including strikes on energy infrastructure.
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