2024-07-14 02:16:48
At a historic summit held in Washingtonthe member countries of the I’LL TAKE have reaffirmed their commitment to Ukrainestressing that the European nation is on an “irreversible path” towards its accession to the Atlantic Alliance.
The final communiqué of the second day of the summit underlines that Russia remains the main threat to the security of the allies, while they express concern about the facilitating role of China in the conflict, by supporting Moscow’s defense industrial base.
Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskywho is in Washington, has welcomed these shipments as a step towards “a just and lasting peace.” Although Ukraine is still awaiting a formal invitation to join the military alliance, it is acknowledged that it is in a difficult position. “camino irreversible” towards accession.
The coalition has also decided to develop its defense industry and has committed significant military support, including advanced air defense systems and a minimum aid fund of 40 billion euros for next year.
However, the summit, which ends today, is taking place in an uncertain political climate in the United States, with internal divisions over the leadership of Joe Biden and the persistent shadow of the former president Donald Trump, whose positions have sparked debates about the US commitment to NATO.
In that sense, Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of the Alliance, He expressed hope that Washington would maintain its firm commitment to the alliance, regardless of the outcome of the presidential election.
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2024-07-14 02:16:48