NATO Must Rearm: Slovenia Backs 3.5% Defence Spending as Rutte Warns Russia Is Struggling

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša met in Brussels to discuss strengthening collective defence, regional security in the Western Balkans, and continued military and financial support for Ukraine. Slovenia is meeting NATO's 2% defence-spending target this year and has outlined a roadmap to reach 3.5% of GDP by 2035. The talks also focused on NATO's continued support for Ukraine, including military assistance and ammunition initiatives. Rutte also sharply criticised Russia's ongoing attacks in Ukraine, saying Moscow is struggling on the battlefield and describing recent attacks as reckless and dangerous. The meeting comes as NATO members face growing pressure to strengthen defence capabilities and prepare for a more challenging European security environment. #NATO #Russia #Ukraine #Defence #Slovenia