NATO Chief Urges More Weapons for Ukraine Ahead of Any Peace Talks

Mark Rutte said it was up to Ukraine to decide when it was ready to begin negotiations with Russia — and that the West should help strengthen Kyiv’s position beforehand.

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NATO chief wants less talk of peace process in Ukraine, more arms

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NATO chief wants less talk of peace process in Ukraine, more arms

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