New NATO Head Mark Rutte on Ukraine's Right to Self-Defence

Mark Rutte, the new NATO Secretary General, asserted that Ukraine's right to self-defence extends beyond its borders. Despite the challenging situation, he emphasized the high cost of Russian advances, estimating daily Russian casualties at around 1,000, adding to a total of 500,000 already affected.

New NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated firmly on Tuesday that Ukraine's right to self-defence 'does not end at the border'.

Rutte acknowledged the difficult circumstances on the Ukrainian battlefield but highlighted the high cost of Russian advances. Recent estimates, according to Rutte, indicate about 1,000 Russian casualties daily, contributing to a total of 500,000 killed or wounded so far.

(With inputs from agencies.)