Rutte: Russia Continues Testing NATO Across Europe, But No Direct Attack Seen Yet

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Russia continues to test the alliance's resolve across Europe, though he indicated there is currently no sign of a direct military attack on NATO territory, according to Ukrinform.

Rutte said NATO allies need to remain prepared for further hostile actions by Russia directed at the alliance, framing such activity as part of an ongoing pattern of pressure rather than conventional warfare against NATO members.

In response, Rutte said the alliance's approach should include increased support for Ukraine, a position reflecting NATO's broader stance of backing Kyiv as a means of addressing the wider security challenge posed by Russia in the region.

The remarks add to ongoing discussions within NATO about how to respond to what officials have described as a range of hostile activities attributed to Russia across the continent, even as the alliance stresses that a direct attack on member states has not materialized.