The Netherlands has pledged €500 million to purchase US military equipment for Ukraine, becoming the first NATO country to implement a new protocol for supplying American weaponry. Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans emphasized the importance of these weapons for Ukrainian soldiers against Russian aggression. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and US Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker welcomed the initiative, which is expected to inspire other NATO allies to contribute. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the Netherlands' leadership in this effort. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)