The decision to join NATO is the “sovereign choice” of Sweden and Finland, Macron said during a conversation with Erdogan. He expressed hope that an agreement would be found and Turkey would lift its veto soon .jpg” alt=”Macron urged Erdogan to respect the decision of Sweden and Finland to join NATO” /> Emmanuel Macron It … “Macron called on Erdogan to respect the decision of Sweden and Finland to join NATO”
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Turkey called on Finland and Sweden to give guarantees before joining NATO
According to the head of the Turkish Foreign Ministry, Ankara will host the delegations of Sweden and Finland, where they will demand written guarantees from them not to support “terrorists from the Kurdistan Workers' Party” and the lifting of defense sanctions Mevlut Cavusoglu Turkey needs to obtain written guarantees from Finland and Sweden not to … “Turkey called on Finland and Sweden to give guarantees before joining NATO”
Ex-ambassador reported about US deception regarding Ukraine’s accession to NATO
Former US Ambassador McFaul: American diplomats deceived Ukraine about joining NATO For several years, United States diplomats promised Ukraine to join the North Atlantic Alliance (NATO), which turned out to be a lie. This was stated by former US Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul, speaking at The Munk Debate. Thus, the moderator of the debate, … “Ex-ambassador reported about US deception regarding Ukraine’s accession to NATO”
The Foreign Ministry saw the risk of turning the Arctic into a “theater of war” because of NATO
The Arctic may become an international theater of war due to the increased military presence of different states, the Foreign Ministry warns. The Ministry believes that the aspiration of Sweden and Finland to join NATO worsens the situation u003d “The Foreign Ministry saw the risk of turning the Arctic into a” theater of war “because … “The Foreign Ministry saw the risk of turning the Arctic into a “theater of war” because of NATO”
Truss announced plans to arm Moldova “according to NATO standards”
The head of the British Foreign Office said that this issue is being discussed with the member states of the military bloc. The intention to provide military assistance to Chisinau after the aggravation of the situation in Transnistria was previously announced by the EU and the USA .jpg” alt=”Truss announced plans to arm Moldova “according … “Truss announced plans to arm Moldova “according to NATO standards””
Erdogan called NATO a condition for joining the alliance of Sweden and Finland
NATO chief Stoltenberg agreed that it is necessary to take into account the interests of Turkey, and pointed out the need to continue negotiations to find a solution for the membership of Finland and Sweden in the alliance Jens Stoltenberg NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg held talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the entry … “Erdogan called NATO a condition for joining the alliance of Sweden and Finland”
Blinken said that Russia itself refused NATO membership in the 1990s
According to Blinken, the idea of Russia joining NATO was indeed discussed in the 1990s. The Kremlin said that the doors of the alliance were closed for the country at that time ” alt=”Blinken said that Russia itself refused NATO membership in the 1990s” /> Anthony Blinken Russia itself abandoned the idea of joining NATO … “Blinken said that Russia itself refused NATO membership in the 1990s”
Milliyet learned about Biden’s attempts to mediate between Turkey and NATO
According to the publication, the President of Finland and the Prime Minister of Sweden consulted with Biden before submitting applications to NATO, and the US President himself attempted to mediate between them and the Turkish leadership Joe Biden US President Joe Biden tried to mediate negotiations with Turkey on the membership of Finland and Sweden … “Milliyet learned about Biden’s attempts to mediate between Turkey and NATO”
Ambassador of Ukraine allowed the country to join NATO after the end of the conflict
Ukrainian ambassador to Germany: Ukraine can join NATO after the end of the conflict Ukraine can still join NATO and contribute to the defense of the countries of the alliance “due to its strong army”, said the Ukrainian ambassador to Germany Melnyk. After that, he again accused Scholz of not supplying heavy weapons. =”The Ambassador … “Ambassador of Ukraine allowed the country to join NATO after the end of the conflict”
Bush Jr appreciated the promise not to expand NATO with the words “times are changing”
Pranksters who spoke with the ex-president on behalf of Zelensky recalled the promise not to expand NATO, in response, Bush explained that Washington must adapt to the times. He also stated that he wanted to see Ukraine in the alliance George W. Bush Former US President George W. Bush said he would like to see … “Bush Jr appreciated the promise not to expand NATO with the words “times are changing””
Erdogan’s party invites NATO to fight terrorism
The alliance must fight its “greatest battle” against terrorism, says the deputy head of the Justice and Development Party. He again spoke out against the support of Finland and Sweden for the Kurds, whom Turkey considers terrorists ” alt=”Erdogan's party proposed NATO to fight terrorism” /> NATO should focus on fighting terrorism, said Omer Celik, … “Erdogan’s party invites NATO to fight terrorism”
Beijing called on NATO and the EU for a comprehensive dialogue with Russia
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the international community should join forces to establish peace and “take concrete actions to cool the conflict, and not add fuel to the fire” Wang Yi China calls on NATO and The EU will start a comprehensive dialogue with Russia, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said at a … “Beijing called on NATO and the EU for a comprehensive dialogue with Russia”
Why Hungary and Turkey interfere with the plans of the European Union and NATO
And will the two countries be able to achieve the cancellation of the initiatives criticized by Moscow The special positions of Hungary and Turkey hinder the efforts of the EU and NATO in their confrontation with Russia. What is the reason, does Budapest and Ankara have a desire to take into account the position of … “Why Hungary and Turkey interfere with the plans of the European Union and NATO”
WP learns of disagreements in NATO in connection with the presence in Eastern Europe
According to the publication, the Baltic countries and Poland demand the deployment of large NATO forces on their territories. At the same time, a number of European countries believe that this is too costly and will weaken their military potential in other parts of the world Countries — members of the North Atlantic alliance cannot … “WP learns of disagreements in NATO in connection with the presence in Eastern Europe”
Sweden and Finland apply to join NATO
The ambassadors of Sweden and Finland applied for these countries to join NATO. Putin said that their entry into the alliance would not pose a threat to Russia, but it would respond if the military infrastructure in these territories was expanded. . Now applications for membership must be considered by the Council of the North … “Sweden and Finland apply to join NATO”
FT learned of Turkey’s blocking of negotiations on Sweden and Finland in NATO
Ankara prevented the consideration of the applications of the two countries to join the alliance. Erdogan said earlier that Turkey will not approve the entry of Sweden and Finland into NATO due to sanctions and the lack of a clear position towards the Kurds Turkey blocked the start of negotiations in NATO on joining the … “FT learned of Turkey’s blocking of negotiations on Sweden and Finland in NATO”
The political scientist assessed the chances of deploying NATO infrastructure in Sweden and Finland
The bloc's activities on their territory may be restricted In mid-May, Sweden and Finland officially announced their intentions to join the North Atlantic Alliance, although both countries had maintained a neutral status for many years. Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the entry of these countries into NATO does not pose a threat to Russia, … “The political scientist assessed the chances of deploying NATO infrastructure in Sweden and Finland”
Finnish parliament approves country’s accession to NATO
188 deputies out of 200 expressed their support for membership in the alliance. The counterproposal to refuse to join NATO was put forward in the Union of Left Forces, but it was not supported The Finnish Parliament called for an application for NATO membership. 188 deputies voted out of 200, eight— against, three were missing, … “Finnish parliament approves country’s accession to NATO”
The Foreign Ministry refused to “please the West” by withdrawing from the act with NATO
Moscow will not withdraw from the Russia-NATO founding act, despite the “provocative fuss” of the alliance countries, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said. In his opinion, this document is treated with disdain in the West View of the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Moscow is not going to abandon the founding act Russia— … “The Foreign Ministry refused to “please the West” by withdrawing from the act with NATO”
The Kremlin saw a reason for analysis in the situation with Sweden, Finland and NATO
Dmitry Peskov: Finland and Sweden's accession to NATO is a reason for a very deep analysis According to Peskov, Moscow will analyze the current events, but is already convinced that NATO expansion will not strengthen Europe's security https://s0.rbk.ru/v6_top_pics/media/img/8/58/756526957084588.jpg” alt=”The Kremlin saw a reason for analysis in the situation with Sweden, Finland and NATO” /> Dmitry … “The Kremlin saw a reason for analysis in the situation with Sweden, Finland and NATO”
Peskov called the differences between Ukraine and Sweden with Finland in NATO
Russia has no territorial disputes with Finland and Sweden. If Ukraine became a member of NATO, then Moscow would have a territorial dispute, which carries huge, huge risks for the entire continent, Peskov explained Dmitry Peskov Possible entry of Ukraine into NATO could lead to territorial dispute between Russia and a state that is part … “Peskov called the differences between Ukraine and Sweden with Finland in NATO”
Putin said that the entry of Finland and Sweden into NATO does not pose a threat
At the same time, the President stressed that the expansion of military infrastructure in the Scandinavian countries “will certainly cause our response” Video Russia has no problems with Finland and Sweden, their entry into NATO does not pose an immediate threat, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the CSTO summit. But the expansion of military … “Putin said that the entry of Finland and Sweden into NATO does not pose a threat”
CSTO leaders declared their readiness to establish cooperation with NATO
At the same time, the CSTO leaders stressed that they were concerned about the situation at the external borders and expressed their readiness to ensure the security of the borders During the meeting of the leaders of the CSTO member states in Moscow The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) is ready to establish practical cooperation … “CSTO leaders declared their readiness to establish cooperation with NATO”
Swedish government announces decision to apply for NATO membership
Sweden's intention to apply for NATO membership was announced yesterday by the ruling Social Democratic Party (S/SAP). According to the country's prime minister, the government's decision is “a sign of strength in a difficult time for Sweden” Magdalena Andersson Sweden will soon apply for membership in the North Atlantic Alliance, the government has decided to … “Swedish government announces decision to apply for NATO membership”
The President of Finland called cold-blooded conversation with Putin about NATO
Finnish President Niinistö: conversation with Putin was calm and cool Putin was “surprisingly calm” about the conversation with Niinistö about Finland's prospects in NATO, the president said. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Ministry said that Moscow would take steps of a “military-technical nature” jpg” alt=”President of Finland called cold-blooded conversation with Putin about NATO” /> Sauli … “The President of Finland called cold-blooded conversation with Putin about NATO”
Sweden followed Finland in joining NATO
If approved, Stockholm intends to achieve non-deployment of nuclear weapons and permanent bases of the alliance in the country, the ruling party of Sweden said. The leaders of other parties approved the submission of an application to NATO Finland decided to join NATO” /> Sweden has officially decided to apply to join NATO, the ruling … “Sweden followed Finland in joining NATO”
The United States announced the reflection of the deterrence of “aggression” of Russia in the NATO concept
The US Secretary of State warned that NATO's updated strategic concept would reflect a policy of deterring “any aggression” from Russia. Bloomberg wrote that the alliance could call Moscow's actions a direct threat in the document Anthony Blinken The new strategic concept of NATO will fully reflect the deterrence of any manifestation of “aggression”; Russia, … “The United States announced the reflection of the deterrence of “aggression” of Russia in the NATO concept”
Sweden says NATO membership is not directed against Russia
Sweden, following Finland, announced that it intends to join NATO. The Cabinet of Ministers of the country stated that this decision is the best for the security of Sweden, it is not directed against Russia Magdalena Andersson Swedish's decision to apply for NATO membership was made in order to secure the country, told Aftonbladet newspaper … “Sweden says NATO membership is not directed against Russia”
Blinken discussed with Stoltenberg a new strategic concept of NATO
The new concept of the North Atlantic Alliance should be adopted at the summit in Madrid, which will be held from 28 to 30 June. This document will guide the alliance over the next decade discussed NATO's new strategic concept with Stoltenberg” /> U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, during a telephone conversation with NATO … “Blinken discussed with Stoltenberg a new strategic concept of NATO”
Czech Republic supports Finland and Sweden joining NATO
The Czech Republic fully supports the entry of Finland and Sweden into the North Atlantic Alliance, said Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky. “We warmly welcome Finland and Sweden, and support their interest in joining [NATO], we believe them with their friends», — he said. At the same time, the diplomat recalled that time is needed … “Czech Republic supports Finland and Sweden joining NATO”