NATO chief visits Kyiv after Russian strikes
NATO chief Mark Rutte visited Kyiv on June 3 following recent Russian missile attacks on Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking increased support from NATO, particularly in air defense systems. Rutte's visit is seen as a gesture of solidarity from the alliance amidst ongoing conflict.
- ▪Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv for an unannounced visit after fatal Russian attacks.
- ▪Ukrainian President Zelensky is appealing for more air defense support from NATO.
- ▪Rutte's visit is viewed as a significant gesture of solidarity from NATO towards Ukraine.
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NATO chief visits Kyiv after Russian strikesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxNATO chief Mark Rutte arriving in Kyiv on June 3.PHOTO: AFPPublished Jun 03, 2026, 06:00 PMUpdated Jun 03, 2026, 06:00 PMKYIV – NATO chief Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv on June 3 for an unannounced trip, after a series of large-scale fatal Russian attacks on Ukraine.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is expected to meet with Rutte, has been appealing to members of the defence bloc for help protecting Ukraine from Russian ballistic missile attacks.A spokesman confirmed Rutte had arrived along with NATO ambassadors from alliance members after Ukraine’s national railway operator posted images of his arrival in Kyiv.“We are gladly welcoming NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte,” Ukraine’s…
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