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European Leaders Urge Sacrifice Amid Ongoing Security Threats

2/25/2026

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European leaders, including NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urge voters to sacrifice for national security as the world marks Russia's war's fourth anniversary.
The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism reports the Kremlin conducted at least 151 acts of violence, sabotage, and terrorism since February 2022.
The report notes 12 incidents have occurred since July.
The findings emphasize ongoing security challenges for Europe.

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European leaders, including NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urge voters to sacrifice for national security as the world marks Russia's war's fourth anniversary.
The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism reports the Kremlin conducted at least 151 acts of violence, sabotage, and terrorism since February 2022.
The report notes 12 incidents have occurred since July.
The findings emphasize ongoing security challenges for Europe.