Key facts
- Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte described new U.S. strikes on Iran as 'absolutely necessary'.
- Rutte stated the strikes were a response to Iran violating a ceasefire and attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The U.S. also revoked a license allowing Tehran to sell oil.
- Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten emphasized the need for a forceful response to truce breaches while advocating for diplomacy.
- Rutte expects alliance leaders to call for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that new U.S. strikes on Iran were 'absolutely necessary,' citing Iran's violation of a ceasefire and attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military launched these strikes and revoked a license for Tehran to sell oil following the incidents.
Rutte told reporters that a forceful U.S. reaction is crucial when Iran violates a ceasefire and attacks ships. Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten echoed this sentiment, stressing that truce breaches are unacceptable while also advocating for continued diplomatic efforts. Rutte also indicated that at an upcoming NATO summit, leaders are expected to reaffirm calls for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons.