Rutte warns Ukraine's battlefield gains won't force Putin into peace talks
Photo: Mark Rutte, NATO secretary general (Getty Images)
Ukraine has indeed achieved significant successes in its war against Russia. However, that does not mean Kyiv is any closer to genuine peace talks with Moscow, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated.
The alliance's chief made it clear that supporting Ukraine remains a top priority for NATO. The bloc has no intention of changing that course.
Rutte also said that "one fine day" Russia will eventually agree to come to the negotiating table. It is crucial that, when that moment comes, Ukraine is "as strong as possible."
According to the NATO chief, it is Ukraine's allies who must ensure that happens.
Rutte also stressed that Ukraine's Armed Forces are achieving significant success in the war against Russia. He noted that even U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledged those gains during their recent meeting at the White House.
However, the NATO secretary general delivered a sobering assessment. He believes that, despite Ukraine's progress and the support of its allies, it is still not enough to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to engage in genuine peace negotiations.
Rutte said that although Ukraine was making progress, "this did not mean Russian President Vladimir Putin would be more willing to engage in serious peace talks".
Recently, RBC-Ukraine reported on why the upcoming NATO summit in Albania could ultimately be canceled.
It also emerged that Russian President Vladimir Putin is concerned about the outcome of the alliance's summit in Ankara. Mark Rutte explained what is worrying the Kremlin leader this time.
In addition, we reported on how much funding NATO is prepared to provide Ukraine even without U.S. participation.
