Stoltenberg spoke about Ukraine’s counterattack against Russia
Stoltenberg, who is in the US for a series of contacts, including his meeting with US President Joe Biden, spoke to CNN.
Noting that Ukraine’s counterattack against Russia would be “challenging,” Stoltenberg said that “the more land Ukrainians acquire, the more Russian President Putin will understand that he must come to the negotiating table and accept a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.” . “Most likely,” he said.
In an interview with USA Today, Jens Stoltenberg claimed that Ukraine “gained ground” by taking 7 small towns and villages in the counterattack launched against Russia.
SWEDEN MEMBERSHIP
The NATO Secretary General shared the view that he is confident Sweden will become a full member of the alliance, while answering CNN’s questions about Sweden’s membership in the alliance.
Stoltenberg stated that a few days ago he met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and they agreed to the meeting of the Permanent Joint Mechanism established in accordance with the Tripartite Agreement.
Stating that the Permanent Joint Mechanism meeting will take place in Ankara this week, Stoltenberg said Sweden’s NATO membership will be discussed.
Stoltenberg, arguing that Sweden fulfilled its commitments, stated that they increased their efforts to work with Turkey in the fight against terrorism and drew attention to the new legal regulation in the country.
In this context, Stoltenberg stated that the defendant, who collected extortion money for the PKK/YPG terrorist organization in Sweden, was tried for the crimes of “terrorist financing”, “extortion attempt” and “armed attack”. he is ready to be ratified as a member.” saying.
When asked about the choice of the next NATO Secretary General, he said: “I am responsible for almost all the decisions in NATO, except one, and that is how my successor will be chosen.” In response to this, Stoltenberg added that it will be decided by the members of the alliance.
HE ALSO MEETS BLINKEN
The duo met in Washington as part of Stoltenberg’s official visit and made statements to the press.
Blinken thanked Stoltenberg for his leadership during “the most critical period in the Alliance’s history,” noting that the NATO Vilnius Summit to be held next month will be a major turning point.
Expressing that at the summit, the Allies will confirm their commitment to NATO Article 5, Blinken said they are also expected to increase their defense capabilities.
Blinken said that some of the plans drawn up under NATO’s Strategic Concept will also be operational and that he foresees a support package for Ukraine at the summit.
Emphasizing that relations with the Pacific will also improve, Blinken said: “After a very important process and I think necessary to solve the problems of the Allies, I think it is time for Sweden to join the Alliance as well.” he said.
NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg thanked the US for its support of the Alliance and Ukraine, stressing that European allies are doing their part and providing billions of dollars in economic and military support to Ukraine.
Stating that the support given to Ukraine makes a difference on the ground and that Kiev has made progress on the ground, Stoltenberg said: “The more territory Ukraine saves on the ground, the stronger its hand will be at the negotiating table, and the Russian President (Vladimir) Putin said that he will not be victorious in this conflict and aggressive war. he used the phrase.
Jens Stoltenberg also drew attention to the need for the Allies to invest more in common defense, saying: “We hope that Sweden will join the Alliance as a full member as soon as possible.” saying. (AA)