New NATO chief reiterates alliance's support for Ukraine amid unannounced visit

Politics 3 October 2024 19:32

New NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday reiterated the alliance's support for Ukraine amid an unannounced visit to the country's capital Kyiv, marking his first visit abroad under his new role, CE Report quotes Anadolu Agency

"Ukraine is closer to NATO than ever before. And will continue on this path until you become a member of our Alliance. I very much look forward to that day... NATO stands with Ukraine. For your security, and for ours," Rutte said at a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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New NATO chief reiterates alliance's support for Ukraine amid unannounced visit

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