The NATO Secretary General has been concerned that the Alliance may be unprepared for the challenges that expect it four to five years. Although there is no direct military threat to NATO member states, the danger is approaching rapidly, it requires the transition to new approaches in preparation and defense strategy.
Rutte stressed that NATO has already increased defensive expenditures and increases its military capabilities, which allows you to maintain an effective restraint system. "With all this our restraint is not bad - so far. But I am worried about tomorrow," he said.
The NATO head stressed that the Alliance member countries need to think within wartime. This is the only way to ensure safety, no matter how the war in Ukraine end. "What is happening in Ukraine can happen here. We must find a danger face to face," Rutte said.
Secretary -General paid special attention to Moscow's actions, which is preparing for a protracted confrontation with the West. Russia is transferring the economy to military rails and is actively cooperating with countries like China, Iran and North Korea. According to Rutte, these signals indicate long -term Kremlin plans, which create a serious call for NATO.
