NATO Secretary General hails "shift in mindset" in Allied deterrence and defence
February 12, 2026
February 12, 2026
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Feb. 12 -- NATO issued the following news:
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NATO Secretary General hails "shift in mindset" in Allied deterrence and defence
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On Thursday 12 February, following a meeting of NATO Defence Ministers, Secretary General Mark Rutte praised Allied nations for progress made toward investing 5% of GDP in defence. He welcomed the growing determination with which Allies are taking increased ownership of their collective . . .
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NATO Secretary General hails "shift in mindset" in Allied deterrence and defence
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On Thursday 12 February, following a meeting of NATO Defence Ministers, Secretary General Mark Rutte praised Allied nations for progress made toward investing 5% of GDP in defence. He welcomed the growing determination with which Allies are taking increased ownership of their collective . . .