Published: Jan 23, 2026, 08:06 IST | Updated: Jan 23, 2026, 08:06 IST
European leaders expressed relief at de-escalation after Trump's prior demands strained NATO ties, with Rutte assuring non-Arctic allies' involvement without diverting Ukraine aid. The shift follows weeks of tension over US ownership claims, now framed as cooperative bases akin to UK sites in Cyprus.