Stoltenberg statement on F16s to be delivered to Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg held a press conference at the end of the NATO Defense Ministers Meeting. Referring to the F16 training that Denmark and the Netherlands will give the Ukrainian drivers, Stoltenberg said that he is satisfied with this.

Asked when the F16s will be delivered to Ukraine, Stoltenberg said: “When exactly that will happen, of course, depends a bit on how long training will take and our ongoing needs assessments.” saying.

Emphasizing that the ministers were reviewing regional plans for the first time since the Cold War at the two-day meeting, Stoltenberg said: “We fully associate collective defense planning with the capabilities of our forces, command and control, and a comprehensive program. of enhanced exercise for our troops.” he said.

REFERRED TO THE MEETING WITH ERDOĞAN

When asked about Sweden’s participation in regional plans, Stoltenberg said: “First of all, we must take into account that Sweden is a ‘guest’, that is, it is increasingly integrated into the civil and military structures of the NATO. Full integration into the plans will, of course, occur when Sweden becomes a full member.” he gave the answer.

Asked about any progress regarding Swedish membership, Stoltenberg referred to the Ankara meeting of the Permanent Joint Mechanism between Turkey, Sweden and Finland, and his meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

“The meeting, of course, did not solve all the remaining problems, but it took place and it took place in a constructive atmosphere. We’ve seen some progress,” said Stoltenberg, reiterating the message that Sweden is ready for membership. (BRITISH AUTOMOBILE CLUB)