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NATO's Rutte: members can target Russian aircraft entering NATO space when necessary

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Posted on September 25, 2025

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· Last updated: January 21, 2026

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) -NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday backed U.S. President Donald Trump's comments this week that NATO member countries should shoot down Russian drones and airplanes

NATO's Rutte Supports Shooting Down Russian Aircraft When Necessary

NATO's Stance on Russian Aircraft

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday backed U.S. President Donald Trump's comments this week that NATO member countries should shoot down Russian drones and airplanes if they enter their airspace, if such a move was necessary.

Comments from Secretary General Rutte

"If so necessary. So I totally agree here with President Trump: if so necessary," Rutte said in an interview on Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program, adding that NATO militaries are trained to assess such threats and determine whether they can escort Russian planes out of allied territory or take further action.

Military Preparedness and Assessment

(Reporting by Susan Heavey; Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)

Key Takeaways

NATO's Secretary General supports action against Russian aircraft.
Mark Rutte agrees with Trump's stance on airspace security.
NATO militaries are trained to assess threats.
Rutte emphasizes the necessity of potential military action.
The policy focuses on protecting NATO airspace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte say about Russian aircraft?

Mark Rutte stated that NATO member countries can target Russian aircraft entering NATO airspace when necessary, aligning with President Trump's comments.

How did Rutte respond to Trump's comments on Russian drones?

Rutte expressed total agreement with President Trump, emphasizing that NATO militaries are trained to assess the situation and act if necessary.

What platform did Rutte use to share his views?

Rutte shared his views during an interview on Fox News' 'Fox & Friends' program.

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