Rutte Says 'Very Unlikely' Russia Will Invade NATO Territory but Asks Not to Be Naive

During a public address in The Hague on September 24, 2026, Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte expressed his belief that a Russian invasion of NATO territory remains 'very unlikely.' However, he also warned that one should not be naive about the potential for Russian aggression, particularly in light of ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe. Rutte's comments were part of a broader diplomatic discussion on NATO's preparedness and the evolving security landscape. The remarks were reported by multiple outlets, including Infobae, which published the story twice on the same day.