NATO chief Rutte addresses Iran, Trump, and Erdogan in separate statements

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made several statements on July 8, 2026, covering different topics. He suggested NATO could potentially participate in a war against Iran, and separately called US attacks on Iran 'absolutely necessary'. Rutte also countered criticism from President Donald Trump during a NATO summit, insisting the US remains fully committed to the alliance. Additionally, he said Turkish President Erdogan could help restrain Israeli aggression.