Russia’s actions have strengthened European case for boosting defence spending, says Nato chief – Europe live

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Mark Rutte said that Europeans ‘increasingly understand’ the need for their countries to take ‘greater responsibility for our own security’ Addressing German ambassadors, Wadephul repeats that the Russian threat “has reached our doorstep and it’s tangible.

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  • Reported by The Guardian and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:05:00 UTC.

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