NATO Foreign Ministers reaffirm support to Ukraine, defence investment

NATO Foreign Ministers concluded their meeting in Brussels on Wednesday marking the midpoint between this year’s Summit in The Hague and the Ankara Summit in 2026. Secretary General Mark Rutte highlighted the ongoing threat posed by Russia, its war against Ukraine and its reckless actions against NATO, including airspace violations and cyberattacks.  “This is not just about numbers; it is about building a stronger, more adaptable Alliance capable of deterring any aggression and defending every inch of Allied territory.” Rutte stated. “Ukraine’s security is closely linked to our own. Our support must continue unabated to help Ukraine defend itself today and deter tomorrow,” Rutte said, urging accelerated pledges for 2026.

Just concluded our meeting of Foreign Ministers

We face real & lasting dangers: Russia continues its brutal war against Ukraine & demonstrates increasingly reckless behaviour when it comes to NATO

This shows that we need to remain vigilant – NATO must & will continue to respond… pic.twitter.com/4l4mRmmlaB

— Mark Rutte (@SecGenNATO) December 3, 2025

Ministers emphasised the need for strength and unity, focusing on a credible path to achieving the 5% GDP defence spending target by 2035, with support for Ukraine counting toward this goal.Ministers also addressed hybrid threats, and reaffirmed the priorities on which they are focused: increasing defence investments, boosting production, and sustaining aid to Ukraine. The Secretary General concluded that NATO remains a defensive Alliance, ready to protect its people and resolved to deliver security.