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  1. Allies are increasing defense spending since 2017, while Trump questions the alliance's value amid threats to major oil shipping routes.
  2. Europe enabled US operations via bilateral agreements while Rutte publicly defended Trump's handling of Iran regarding nuclear threats.
  3. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte confirmed his role and detailed NATO's provision of airbases for US military operations.

Mark Rutte, as NATO Secretary General, is hosting talks in Paris with leaders like Emmanuel Macron to discuss Europe's greater security responsibilities.

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Mark Rutte, as NATO Secretary General, is hosting talks in Paris with leaders like Emmanuel Macron to discuss Europe's greater security responsibilities.

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