*Subscribe to Europe Pulse* *NATO Leaders Greeted by Dutch Royalty at Historic Summit Dinner in The Hague* In a ceremonial highlight of the 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague, Heads of State and Government from key NATO member states—including the United Kingdom, Italy, Türkiye, Greece, France, and the United States—arrived at the Palace Huis ten Bosch for a formal dinner hosted by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima. The evening event marked a moment of unity and symbolism, reinforcing the alliance’s shared values amid heightened geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning Ukraine and transatlantic defense cooperation. The Dutch royal couple warmly welcomed each delegation, underlining the importance of diplomacy and alliance cohesion in today’s complex security landscape. The gathering also served as a prelude to high-stakes strategic discussions scheduled for the following day, focused on deterrence, defense industry scaling, and long-term support for NATO’s eastern flank.