Trump's threats could be a make-or-break test for NATO

Estonian government approves additional funding to raise defence spending to 5.4% of GDP

Estonian government approves additional funding to raise defence spending to 5.4% of GDP Estonia’s government approved the multi-billion Euro plans that will see the Baltic country boost its defence investments to over 5% of GDP, in line with Trump’s demands for NATO members. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/26/estonian-government-approves-additional-funding-to-raise-defence-spending-to-54-of-gdp Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

‘trillions, Not Billions,’ Nato Chief Announces Big Defence Spending After Meeting Trump

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with President Trump to discuss the upcoming NATO summit, highlighting European and Canadian defense spending as a key topic. Rutte praised Trump for pushing NATO allies to invest more in their own security, promising that NATO will grow stronger and fairer with trillions in defense funding. When asked about the Russia-Ukraine war, Rutte remained cautious, noting that the ball is in Russia's corner and Trump's peace deal is still in the works. NATO unity and defense priorities remain at the forefront. #MarkRutte #Trump #NATO #DefenseSpending #RussiaUkraineWar #NATOSummit #EuropeanDefense #USDefense #PeaceTalks #TrumpAdministration #MilitarySpending #SecurityAlliance #GlobalDefense #NATOUnity #EuropeCanada #StrategicPartnership #TrumpPeaceDeal #Russia #Ukraine #DefensePriorities #TrillionsForDefense #NATOPower #WhiteHouseMeeting #USMilitary #DefenseStrength #InternationalRelations #NATO2025 #TrumpTalks #USAllies #Geopolitics #GlobalSecurity Also Read Trump Considers Temporary Exemption from Auto Tariffs to Aid Car Manufacturers Amid Economic Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-considers-temporary-exemption-auto-tariffs-011-4124041.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Dismisses General Tim Haugh from National Security Agency Amidst Congressional Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-fires-general-tim-haugh-national-security-agency-011-4115013.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Warns Iran: Strike A Nuclear Deal In Two Months Or Face Unprecedented Bombing :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-warns-iran-strike-a-nuclear-deal-in-two-months-or-face-unprecedented-bombing-4109797.html?ref=DMDesc ~GR.121~HT.408~ED.103~

NATO Chief Says "Ball’s In Russia’s Court" | Rutte Takes A Dig At Putin: "Stopped Reading His Mind"

Mark Rutte, former Prime Minister of the Netherlands and NATO Secretary-General, discusses his past work with President Putin, noting that the future of Ukraine is now in Russia's hands. Rutte reveals NATO's plans to match U.S. defense spending with trillions, stressing the importance of strengthening NATO's position. As tensions rise in the region, Rutte’s statements underscore the urgent need for strategic action and cooperation, particularly as Ukraine continues to make diplomatic progress, leaving Russia with critical decisions on the table. #MarkRutte #NATO #UkraineCrisis #DefenseSpending #Putin #Russia #USDefense #NATOAlliance #Geopolitics #EuropeanPolitics #UkraineWar #NATOExpansion #MilitarySpending #RussiaUkraine #NATOStrategy #ForeignPolicy #EuropeanUnion #GlobalSecurity #DefenseShift #PutinPolitics #NATODiplomacy #SecurityConcerns #InternationalRelations #UkraineDiplomacy #EURelations #PutinWar #NATOStrength #TrillionsInDefense #EUUSRelations #MilitaryStrategy #MarkRutteOnPutin #DefenseReforms Also Read US-Europe Divide Deepens Over Ukraine As Trump Challenges NATO's Approach :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-europe-divide-deepens-over-ukraine-as-trump-challenges-natos-approach-4080283.html?ref=DMDesc Zelensky Willing To Step Down If It Secures Ukraine's NATO Membership: 'Immediately' If Necessary :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/zelensky-willing-to-step-down-if-it-secures-ukraines-nato-membership-immediately-if-necessary-4078905.html?ref=DMDesc NATO Increases Baltic Sea Patrols as Finland Investigates Possible Sabotage of Undersea Cables :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/nato-enhances-baltic-sea-patrols-amid-sabotage-probe-011-4027881.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.336~GR.124~ED.103~

Rubio Slams NATO Allies As ‘Junior Partners’, Demands 5% Defense Spend Ahead Of June Summit

In a bold rebuke of NATO dynamics, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called out European allies for falling short on defense spending. Labeling them “junior partners,” Rubio pushed for a drastic hike—up to 5% of GDP—to maintain NATO’s credibility. At his first NATO foreign ministers meeting, he reassured US commitment but demanded others pull their weight. Echoing this, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Europe that US protection is no longer guaranteed unless NATO nations step up. The upcoming June summit will directly address these simmering tensions. #NATO #Rubio #DefenseSpending #USForeignPolicy #MarcoRubio #NATOAllies #NATOSummit #TrumpAdministration #EuropeDefense #Pentagon #PeteHegseth #MikeWaltz #NATOBudget #5PercentGDP #MilitarySpending #USvsEurope #NATOTensions #ForeignAffairs #GlobalSecurity #NATOFuture Also Read US Will Drop Ukraine-Russia Peace Efforts If No Progress Within Days: Marco Rubio :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-will-drop-ukraine-russia-peace-efforts-if-no-progress-within-days-marco-rubio-4127371.html?ref=DMDesc Elon Musk-Marco Rubio Clash Over Staff Cuts In Explosive Meeting In Trump's Presence; US Prez Denies Blow Up :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-marco-rubio-clash-over-staff-cuts-in-explosive-meeting-in-trumps-presence-us-prez-denies-4089603.html?ref=DMDesc US-Europe Divide Deepens Over Ukraine As Trump Challenges NATO's Approach :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-europe-divide-deepens-over-ukraine-as-trump-challenges-natos-approach-4080283.html?ref=DMDesc

Mark Rutte urges allies to devote more funds, political energy to NATO alliance

Mark Rutte urges allies to devote more funds, political energy to NATO alliance Rutte was in Washington on Thursday for meetings with senior US officials, two months before he's due to chair a summit of US President Donald Trump and his NATO counterparts in the Netherlands. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/24/mark-rutte-urges-allies-to-devote-more-funds-political-energy-to-nato-alliance Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages