NATO chief highlights Türkiye’s key role in alliance, urges allies to boost defense spending
Ilayda Cakirtekin 13 November 2026•Update: 13 November 2026 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday highlighted Türkiye’s importance to the alliance, urging European allies and Canada to strengthen their defenses and step up support for Ukraine. “Türkiye is a key Ally in NATO. You’re there almost from the start. You have one of the biggest…