NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for increased support for Ukraine from Western allies, aligning with US President Donald Trump's call to raise defense budgets from 2% to 5% of GDP. Rutte warned that a Russian victory would undermine NATO's credibility and escalate defense costs significantly. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that at least 200,000 troops are necessary for Ukraine's security in a potential ceasefire. Concerns are growing that Trump may negotiate unfavorable terms for Ukraine to end the war. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)