Dutch PM Mark Rutte poised to become next NATO secretary general

Mark Rutte, a staunch ally of Ukraine and a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, is set to become NATO's next secretary general, building on a career as a political dealmaker from his 14 years as Dutch prime minister.

Dutch PM Mark Rutte poised to become next NATO secretary general
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Mark Rutte, a staunch ally of Ukraine and a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, is set to become NATO's next secretary general, building on a career as a political dealmaker from his 14 years as Dutch prime minister.