Mark Rutte stated in Brussels that allies will replace US military kit as part of shifting defense priorities.

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The US signals cuts to military support for allies, while alliance defense plans are focused on Europe. All 2 developments

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Mark Rutte
Secretary General of NATO since 2024 and former Prime Minister of the Netherlands (2010–2024)
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NATO
intergovernmental military alliance between 32 member states
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