Rutte remains silent

Mark Rutte, NATO's Secretary General, has become less vocal about President Trump as his behavior grows increasingly erratic. Despite previously praising Trump for his support of NATO and Ukraine, Rutte's earlier assurances seem misplaced as the U.S. appears to be abandoning Ukraine. This shift aligns with the insights of Jacques de Kadt, who warned in 1947 that effective politics regarding Russia requires a clear demonstration of military strength and vigilance against Russian tactics. Rutte's historical perspective may need reevaluation in light of current events, while Trump's reliability has already been questioned.