This edition of State of the Union focuses on Mark Rutte's appointment as the next NATO secretary general and the opening of EU accession talks with Ukraine
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On Wednesday, ambassadors of the 32 NATO members officially appointed outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next secretary general - but who is Rutte, the man behind the job?
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Earlier this month, Putin warned the West that Moscow might supply arms to other countries capable of striking Western targets. This was a response to NATO countries providing Ukraine with long-range missiles used against Russian targets.
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Russian forces have targeted Ukrainian airbases slated to accommodate Western-supplied fighter jets, including US-designed F-16s, according to a statement from Moscow's Defense Ministry. On Thursday morning, the Russian military launched a coordinated strike using long-range sea-based weapons, Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles. The ministry claimed the attack successfully hit the "airfield infrastructure of Ukraine, planned to accommodate aircraft from Western countries."
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The Estonian leader is one of Europe's most outspoken critics of Moscow and is tipped to become the new EU’s foreign policy chief, taking over from Spain's Josep Borrell.
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BBC Sport takes an insider view of Netherlands fans' colourful march to Berlin's Olympiastadion ahead of their Euro 2024 match against Austria. BBC Sport
Iran has issued a stern warning to Israel against initiating full-scale military aggression in Lebanon, threatening an "obliterating war" and emphasizing that all options, including involving all resistance fronts, are on the table. The situation has escalated following Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's indications of preparations for operations on the Lebanese border, leading to daily exchanges of fire. Israeli forces have targeted several Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, intensifying fears of a broader conflict. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that while Israel prefers a political solution, it is prepared for war with Hezbollah. Hezbollah’s leader, Nasrallah, warned that any Israeli offensive would result in a war without restraint. The volatile situation has prompted countries like Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, and the US to advise their citizens to avoid traveling to Lebanon. The international community is closely monitoring the escalating tensions, with concerns about Iran's alignment with armed groups across the region and Israel's military readiness to inflict significant damage on Lebanon.
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Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte looks likely to become NATO's next Secretary-General. Romania's president, who was the sole challenger, has withdrawn his bid and is now endorsing Rutte to take..
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