NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte affirmed the alliance’s dedication to collaborating with whoever emerges victorious in the upcoming US elections, whether it be Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. During a press conference in Berlin with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Rutte emphasized that maintaining NATO’s unity is paramount, especially in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He highlighted the potential risks posed by an empowered Russia if the situation in Ukraine were to tilt in its favor, reinforcing that the US’s support for NATO remains crucial.