.Mark Rutte Mark Rutte outlined his expectations for the #NATOsummit in The Hague. Allied leaders will take bold decisions to strengthen collective defence.   ℹ️ bit.ly/3GgfBtk

❝We must continue to make sure Ukraine has what it needs to defend today and deter in the future❞ — Mark Rutte #NATOsummit | #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

#NATO land forces take a decisive step forward in digital transformation as the DEMETER project officially reaches Initial Operational Capability, marking a major milestone in modernizing the Alliance’s Future Land Command & Control system: act.nato.int/article/nato-m… #WeAreNATO

Neen, Hendrik Vos er bestaan geen ‘174 wapensystemen in Europa en 32 in de VS’. Een 🧵

YATA Belgium invites you to an exclusive visit to the Belgian delegation at NATO 🇧🇪 Discover Belgium’s role in the Alliance & explore NATO HQ. 📅 13:30 start — program to follow 🎯 Limited places – priority for members 🔗 Register: shorturl.at/X1gew

❝I want to congratulate Ukraine on the 34th Independence Day. If any country deserves peace as soon as possible, it is Ukraine, and I want to assure you that NATO is with you.❞ — Mark Rutte on #UkraineIndependenceDay #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

Ramping up defence production will strengthen the Alliance and ensure it is ready to face any threats now and in the future 💪

Europe & America are turning the tide on defence production - with cash on the table and real firepower & innovation coming out of our industries. We need to keep production high & seize opportunities to do more together

Tradition et renouveau : les escadrilles F-35 et MQ-9B beldefnews.mil.be/tradition-et-r…

.Mark Rutte Mark Rutte is visiting Germany, and yesterday he visited the Rheinmetall artillery plant in Unterlüß 🇩🇪 Watch his full speech ↓

Today the first Czech CV 90 rolled out of the factory in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. A milestone that strengthens both Czech and Swedish defence. It also shows how industrial cooperation contributes to our collective security in Europe. (1/3)

Meet Igor Tiam, winner of the #NATO Student Challenge. Passionate about countering information threats, he used the Challenge to present his ideas and engage NATO leaders, proving how youth can help shape future security. More about NATO ACT’s youth outreach programmes:

🇧🇪 This Saturday, YATA Belgium will host a Transatlantic Dinner in Brussels. A special occasion for our members to come together, exchange ideas, and celebrate transatlantic ties. #YATABelgium #WeAreNato

🇧🇪We had the privilege of visiting NATO HQ, hosted by the Belgian delegation. Nicolas Gosset shared insights on NATO’s history, role today & challenges ahead. Thank you to Jasper Maesen for providing insights into Belgium’s engagement at NATO & collective security. #WeAreNato

On 9/11, we’re reminded how fragile freedom can be—and how strong our partnerships remain. At the U.S. Embassy in Belgium, Ambassador Whitaker reaffirmed America’s commitment to Europe and civil society. In uncertain times, one truth endures: the future is Atlantic. #WeAreNato

🚢 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠? 👀 In August, we got a sneak peek inside the Oostende, the very first of six brand-new mine countermeasure vessels soon joining our fleet. 🇧🇪⚓

STEADFAST DUEL 2025 ⚔️ ⚡ Exercise STEADFAST DUEL 2025 is NATO's premier #deterrence & collective #defence exercise at the operational level.🌎The team who will control its delivery has gathered at NATO Joint Warfare Centre, starting the countdown to the execution phase.♟️ STEADFAST DUEL

Great to welcome young professionals at the Ministry this afternoon. Intergenerational dialogue is vital to tackle today’s security and geopolitical challenges. Defence is not just about today—it’s about shaping tomorrow. Thanks to YATA Belgium for making this exchange possible.

📢Exercise Steadfast Duel 25 kicked off today! Did you know that for the first time JFC Brunssum, JFC Naples and JFC Norfolk are training together❓ 🌍No distance is too far when you train as one! This map shows how NATO’s Joint Force Command HQs are linked, training, and

Today, we had the chance to sit down with Minister of Defense Theo Francken for a roundtable lunch with our members. Lots of thanks to him and his team for the inspiring conversation and warm welcome! 🙌 #YATABelgium #WeAreNATO