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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen deliver press statement in Brussels, Belgium 2 September 2026.

Video. Europe must brace for new security 'era', von der Leyen says

Updated: 02/09/2026 - 14:16 GMT+2

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must prepare for a “new era of European security” after Russia was blamed for a drone sabotage incident last month. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the Alliance must have the capabilities it needs to address such threats.

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