Statements and Releases Vice President Kamala Harris met today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in Munich, Germany, and underscored our enduring commitment to the Transatlantic. They discussed their shared concern over Russia's illegitimate attempts to purportedly annex . Please enable JavaScript to use this feature. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg: It is still time to make that happen by the Vilnius Summit and we need to remember that all Allies made an historic decision last summer at the Summit in Madrid in June last summer, where also Trkiye, along with all of the NATO allies, decided to invite both Finland and Sweden to become full members of . Because NATOs security guarantees leave no room for miscalculation in Moscow. Once again, despite our repeated warnings and tireless efforts to engage in diplomacy, Russia has chosen the path of aggression against a sovereign and independent country. The 31-member alliance is also looking at boosting Ukraines non-member status in NATO and preparing a framework for security commitments that it can offer once the war with Russia is over. Stoltenberg said that he would travel to Ankara in the near future to continue to address how we can ensure the fastest possible accession of Sweden.. And what we see now is a grinding war of attrition. And help you on the path of post-war reconstruction. The time may be ripe for movement. NATO Allies will continue to uphold, support, and further strengthen arms control, disarmament, and non-proliferation, as a key element of Euro-Atlantic security, taking into account the prevailing security environment. So that Ukraine prevails, Find out more Informal meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Oslo, Norway Usage rights This media asset is free for editorial broadcast, print, online and radio use. Since then, NATO has provided major support to the response. We'll take a few questions. And I strongly condemn the unprovoked attacks against the KFOR personnel, the KFOR peacekeepers that NATO has in in Kosovo. By Adam Taylor and Michael Birnbaum November 17, 2020 at 12:35 p.m. EST NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg speaks at NATO headquarters in Brussels in September. The Vice President reiterated that the U.S. commitment to Article 5 and the security of its NATO Allies is ironclad. To that end, today Im announcing the United States will enhance our force posture in Europe and respond to the changed security environment, as well as strengthening our collective security. The race to replace Stoltenberg reveals insights about regional rivalries and dealmaking on the continent. Russia has for many years imposed flight restrictions inconsistent with the Treaty, including flight limitations over Kaliningrad, and restricting flights in Russia near its border with Georgia. They emphasized their shared support for Ukraines sovereignty and territorial integrity. Newsroom Speeches & transcripts Statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in the International Crimea Platform 23 Aug. 2022 - | Last updated: 23 Aug. 2022 14:33 English Russian Ukrainian (As delivered) Thank you so much. NATO Allies are deeply concerned about the high levels of violence caused by the Talibans offensive, including attacks on civilians, targeted killings, and reports of other serious human rights abuses. These rights must be protected and upheld. Both Pristina and Belgrade must take concrete steps to de-escalate the situation and refrain from further irresponsible behaviour. Icall onRussiato cease its military action immediately and respect Ukraines sovereignty and territorial integrity. A rare look inside the notorious Russian jail holding an American journalis U.S. to Turkey: Its time for Sweden to join NATO. Washington, DC 20500, 12:28 P.M. CESTSECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Mr. President, it is great to see you again and just a week after we met in the White House. And I think its I think its necessary, and Im looking forward to it happening formally. "NATO's door is open," NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said before chairing the meeting in the capital, Bucharest. President Zelenskyy, President Duda, Friends of Ukraine. Trkiye also contributes to NATOs training of Iraqi forces. Youre right, its moving up. He thought he could divide our democratic nations. Download high resolution image. We'll be in touch with the latest information on how President Biden and his administration are working for the American people, as well as ways you can get involved and help our country build back better. NATO stands in full solidarity with Ukraine. But we have seen reality, which is that we are all running out of defense equipment that can be donated, Wallace said, meaning that Britain and other countries are being forced to buy more weapons than donate them from national stockpiles. Current Guides Cyber Defence Official Texts NATO Documents Statement by the NATO Secretary General on cyber attacks against Ukraine NATO (14 January 2022) Statement by the North Atlantic Council in solidarity with those affected by recent malicious cyber activities including the Microsoft Exchange Server compromise NATO (19 July 2021) The White House No other Ally has faced more terrorist attacks. When Russia invaded again, this helped make the Ukrainian armed forces stronger, better trained, and better led than in 2014. He will address the summit. Journalist: President Erdogan and I discussed a range of issues that will be on the agenda for next months NATO Summit in Vilnius. It is now it illegal to finance, recruit for or publicly encourage a terrorist organization, or to travel abroad with the intention of joining such groups. by NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoan with the President of Montenegro, Jakov Milatovi 30 May. 12:32 P.M. CEST. And on the high turn-out among the Turkish people. Viktor Orbn, the Prime Minister of Hungary, laconically expressed his outrage about the statement of Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, who said Ukraine should become a NATO. The NATO Secretary General Mr. Jens Stoltenberg will visit Trkiye on 03-04 June 2023. Swedens foreign minister, Tobias Billstrm, said Thursday that it is time for Turkey and Hungary to start the ratification of the Swedish membership to NATO.. He's held the post since 2014. Doorstep statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ahead of the Informal meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Oslo, Norway. The Taliban need to understand that they will not be recognised by the international community if they take the country by force. We will agree the biggest overhaul of our collective defense deterrence since the end of the Cold War and the U.S. is, of course, very much part of that. 29 May. 2023 - | Last updated: 01 Jun. NATO See our content policy. We continue to assess the developments on the ground, and we are in constant contact with the Afghan authorities and the rest of the international community. As well as equipment to counter mines, drones, chemical and biological threats. "Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, just stated that because of me NATO has been able to raise far more money than ever before from its members after many years of decline. Congratulations on your election. 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And so, at this summit, the full Alliance is going to welcome Finland and Sweden their historic application for membership and their decision to move away from neutrality and the tradition of neutrality to join NATO Alliance is going to make us stronger and more secure, and NATO stronger. Moderator: On Tuesday, Blinken insisted that the issues of Swedens membership and the fighter jets were distinct. That will be a main issue at the summit today. The behind-the-scenes jockeying for who should succeed Jens Stoltenberg has begun in earnest, with a focus on women. Most dramatic was the move by Germany, Europes largest economy but a longtime laggard in military spending, to overhaul its defense spending and military policy. And Article 5 is sacrosanct, and we mean it when we say, An attack against one is an attack against all every inch.. 2023 08:36 English French Russian Ukrainian Arriving at Oslo City Hall to chair a meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers on Thursday (1 June 2023), Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that Allies would discuss preparations for the Vilnius Summit, not least "how to step up and sustain our support for Ukraine". Some officials in Western Europe have voiced concern that a secretary general from Eastern Europe, where leaders have adopted a harder line against Moscow, might push for actions more likely to plunge NATO into direct conflict with Russia. Its really good to see you here in Madrid so soon after we met in the White House in Washington. Ukraine live briefing: Biden hails unity of energized NATO; 3 killed in R Pentagon discloses its paying for Elon Musks Starlink internet in Ukraine, NATO nations look past Ukraine offensive to long-term deterrence pacts, Border towns in western Russia report heavy shelling and rocket fire, Biden shows growing appetite to cross Putins red lines. The Wagner Group, responsible for the fight and victory in Bakhmut, is allegedly leaving and being replaced by the Russian army. Emily Rauhala in Brussels contributed to this report. Whoever replaces Stoltenberg will face the perennial challenge that the alliance, while energized by a renewed purpose following Putins 2022 invasion of Ukraine, still falls well short of self-imposed spending targets. BRUSSELS (AP) NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg will hold talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other senior Turkish officials this weekend as pressure mounts on Turkey to lift its objections to Sweden joining the military organization. Continue your defence and security sector reform. He wants less NATO; President Putin is getting more NATO by Finland and Sweden joining our Alliance. LULEA, Sweden NATO must compel its member nations to grow their military spending if the alliance is to deter Russia effectively beyond the war in Ukraine and manage other threats to transatlantic security, Britains defense chief said, outlining his ambitions for the blocs future as it considers its next leader. In Poland, were going to establish a permanent headquarters for the U.S. Army Fifth Corps and strengthening our U.S.-NATO interoperability across the entire eastern flank. At the same time, we have strengthened our presence in the east of the Alliance. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW And, again, thank you for your leadership. PRESIDENT BIDEN: I mean it. Freedom of assembly and expression are core values in our democratic societies. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said that he would travel to Ankara "in the near future to continue to address how we can ensure the fastest possible accession of Sweden." He was unable to provide a precise date for his trip. We have to be realistic and say, Its not going to happen at Vilnius; Its not going to happen anytime soon, he said, referring to a NATO leaders summit scheduled for this summer in Lithuanias capital. The United States has declared Russia in violation of the Treaty, and has now announced its intention to withdraw from the Treaty in six months, consistent with Treaty provisions. To strike back, retake territory and impose major costs on Russia. 01 Jun. Next Post: Readout of President Bidens Meeting with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas of Estonia, President Egils Levits of Latvia, and President Gitanas Nauseda of Lithuania, https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2021/06/14/remarks-by-president-biden-and-nato-secretary-general-jens-stoltenberg-during-greeting/?utm_source=link, Office of the United States Trade Representative. Earlier this year, we surged 20,000 additional U.S. forces to Europe to bolster our Alliance in response to Russias aggressive move, bringing our force total in Europe to 100,000. Ukraine live briefing: Drone attacks in Moscow and Kyiv escalate tensions; Amid unease in Moscow, Putin seeks to project calm after drone attack. as a sovereign independent nation. How you can help: Here are ways those in the United States can support the Ukrainian people as well as what people around the world have been donating. And thank you for your incredible leadership over the years. And to choose your own path. Washington, DC 20500. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. (Francisco Seco/AP) Ukraine live briefing: Austin says war is a warning for Asia; Kyiv promises Ukraine live briefing: Blinken says U.S. wont let Putin impose will on o U.S. rebuffs cease-fire calls in its strategy for Ukraine resilience, To liberate territory, Ukraine must smash fortified Russian defenses. Officials from alliance nations have said that likely contenders, in addition to Wallace, include Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Snchez and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. A lot of this wouldnt happen without you. Its time for Sweden to join now, Norwegian Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt told reporters. It will be a transformative summit where we will make decisions that will actually change this Alliance for many years to come. The White House Eight years ago, Russia illegally annexed Crimea. SECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Thank you so much, President Biden, dear Joe. We're here please. NATO Allies and partner nations have engaged with Russia, both in capitals and at the OSCE in Vienna, to seek Russias return to compliance at the earliest date possible. Were proving that NATO is more needed now than it ever has been and its as important as it has ever been. "NATO is the most successful alliance of modern times. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the allies were focused on helping Ukraine to build up its medium- and long-term security capacity so that if and when the current aggression settles, Ukraine has the full capacity to deter future aggression.. Number two, you know, I believe and Ive said this my whole career and the four years I was out, when I decided to run for President again that NATO is Article 5, we take as a sacred obligation. And using it as a launch-pad for the full-scale invasion of Ukraine six months ago. So, welcome, Mr. President. I strongly condemn Russias reckless and unprovoked attack on Ukraine, which puts at risk countless civilian lives. I was last here in Trkiye a few months ago, to show my solidarity in the wake of the devastating earthquake. Transforming it into one of the most militarised areas in Europe. Eight years ago, Russia illegally annexed Crimea. And as you said, this will be an historic summit. The current secretary general is former Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg, who took office on 1 October 2014. [2] Stoltenberg's mission as secretary general was extended for another four-year term, meaning that he was to lead NATO until September 30, 2022. With that, Im ready to take your questions, but first, translation. We are committed to our partnership with Ukraine for the long term. NATO needs to make sure its members are match-fit, and some members are fitter than others, Wallace said. Im doing a job I love, and Ive done it for four years, nearly, he said. Swedens NATO membership became embroiled in campaigning for Turkeys presidential and parliamentary elections last month. REMARKS BY PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP AND NATO SECRETARY GENERAL JENS STOLTENBERG IN JOINT PRESS CONFERENCE East Room 4:03 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you. But holding the city will be difficult. In a statement on Friday, NATO headquarters said Stoltenberg would attend Erdogans inauguration, after the long-term Turkish leader won an election runoff last weekend. This includes amending the Swedish constitution; And thank you for your personal leadership and the U.S. commitment to NATO, to European security demonstrated by the announcement the announcements you just made to further increase U.S. presence in Europe. And then what we have seen is that Sweden has implemented the agreement that President Erdogan negotiated with Sweden and Finland at the Madrid Summit. While the comments will likely lower tensions, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said at a news conference in Brussels that the Kremlin was still ultimately responsible for the incident. On Saturday 03 June, he will attend the inauguration ceremony for the President of the Republic of Trkiye, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoan, in Ankara. Doorstep statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the Informal meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Oslo, Norway, on 1 June 2023. 34th Prime Minister of Norway, subsequently 13th Secret NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg speaks during a media conference after the meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Oslo, Norway, Thursday, June 1, 2023. And thats exactly what were doing with seven consecutive years of increased defense spending: 260 billion extra U.S. dollars across Europe and Canada. Trending: Were interested in knowing your views about what's happening in Kosovo and what awaits Turkish and NATO soldiers there. And we have Russia that is not acting in a way that is consistent with what we had hoped, and as well as China. And so its its important, but its I just want to thank you for your leadership. And they should engage in the EU-facilitated dialogue, which is the only path to a political and lasting peaceful solution. And its great to be here with you to kick off the I think is a history-making summit. Finland became NATOs 31st member country in April. PRESIDENT BIDEN: Its very good for America. Thanks so much. The presence of so many friends of Ukraine here today proves this. Opt in to send and receive text messages from President Biden. For months, Sweden, Finland and Turkey held talks to try to address Ankaras concerns. (Lise Aserud/NTB Scanpix via AP), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. And then we have seen also that Finland, that Sweden and Trkiye are now working much more closely when it comes to exchanging information and intelligence to support the efforts to fight terrorism. If that happens, he said, NATO and the West have to be ready for whatever happens.. As the conflict grinds on, Wallace said Western countries remain supportive of providing weapons and funding to Ukraine without pressuring leaders in Kyiv to negotiate with Russia or make concessions. He said that NATO like the E.U. For as long as it takes. NATO News 36.8K subscribers Subscribe 5.4K Share 232K views 2 weeks ago NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION HEADQUARTERS (NATO) Statement by NATO Secretary General's statement on. My message is that Sweden has delivered, and the time has come to ratify Sweden, Stoltenberg told reporters at the conclusion of two days of informal talks between alliance foreign ministers to prepare for the summit in Vilnius. He voiced a more optimistic view about Ukraines current battlefield effort than that described by U.S. intelligence officials, who in leaked intelligence documents earlier this year said that personnel and equipment challenges probably would result in Kyiv notching only modest gains once it begins a highly anticipated offensive to retake Russian-held territory. This includes troops for our peacekeeping mission in Kosovo. And not least the fight against terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations. Are you on Telegram? The rest will follow, Cavusoglu wrote. Doorstep statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ahead of the meetings of NATO Defence Ministers in Brussels 14 Feb. 2023 - | Last updated: 14 Feb. 2023 10:28 English French Russian Ukrainian (As delivered) Good morning. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. wont let Putin impose his will on other nations. OSLO The Biden administration and its NATO allies are developing plans for securing ongoing military support to Ukraine beyond the country's current offensive, hoping that long-term security. I spoke to Erdogan and he still wants to work on something on the F-16s. Its important. "I'm confident that also Hungary will ratify the accession protocol," Stoltenberg said. Russian. All NATO Allies are in full compliance with all provisions of the Treaty. No details were provided. Secretary General Stoltenberg, it's a pleasure to welcome you to the White House especially at such an important moment in our great Alliance. NATO will maintain our diplomatic presence in Kabul, and continue to adjust as necessary. You have JavaScript disabled. SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, two things. And withdraw his forces from Ukraine. Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said NATO wants to bring Sweden into the fold by the time allied leaders meet in Lithuania on July 11-12. We stand with the people of Ukraine at this terrible time. And contrary to the private ruminations of some other NATO officials, Wallace said there was a real possibility Ukraine could successfully retake Crimea, the peninsula Putin illegally annexed in 2014, this year as Russian forces run out of needed equipment. President Duda, And we have over a dozen new projects in preparation for the winter. Asked about the prospects for Ukraine joining NATO, Wallace cited persisting differences about Kyivs path toward accession. The Hungarian Parliament will decide on ratification in a sovereign manner, which the government will of course support.. And since February, NATO Allies have provided unprecedented military, financial and humanitarian aid. NATO stepped up and they honored Article 5. Do you think Sweden will sit at that Summit as a member? Wallace said one positive outcome of the Ukraine war is that more than half of NATO nations had increased their defense spending since Russias full-scale invasion began, moving toward the 2 percent benchmark as they embrace the need for what he described as cultural change.. Until Ukraine happened, there were too many people who didnt want to see the threat from Putin, and look where we are now. The same complacency exists today, he said, about the threats posed by China and destabilizing activity in Africa. Wallace, who has guided Britains efforts to arm Ukraine, most recently by expanding Kyivs battlefield reach with Storm Shadow cruise missiles, called for a more informative NATO, one that more persuasively educates voters about threats such as Russian President Vladimir Putins willingness to defy international borders. They discussed the international . Especially in the fight against terrorism. A NATO diplomat said that Stoltenberg and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan could meet this weekend, on the sidelines of the Turkish leaders inauguration. But we should remember why these demonstrations are taking place. Informal meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Oslo, Norway - 31 May - June 2023. Feb 8, 2023 Press Release Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after a bipartisan briefing with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. And this really demonstrates your decisive leadership in strengthening the transatlantic bond, and also see that in the unwavering support from you and from the United States to Ukraine. Sweden has taken significant, concrete steps to meet Trkiyes concerns. We will help Ukraine transition from Soviet-era to NATO-standard equipment. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said it was essential that we can finally welcome Sweden as the 32nd member. She stressed that the Swedish government had Berlins full support., Swedens foreign minister, Tobias Billstrm, said that it is time for Turkey and Hungary to start the ratification of the Swedish membership to NATO. He said that everything (that) bars Sweden joining NATO will be seen as win for (Russian president Vladimir) Putin., But speaking to national media, Hungarian Foreign Minister Pter Szijjrt said: We are not willing to accept any pressure. Wallace said the scale of Russian losses suggests Putin still believes he can prevail if he pours more troops into the war. 01 Jun. Russias ongoing selective implementation of its obligations under the Open Skies Treaty has undermined the contribution of this important Treaty to security and stability in the Euro-Atlantic region. If there are no further questions, that concludes this press point. A crystal clear message to our Swedish Friends! So, all in all, this demonstrates unity and the strength of our Alliance. Fearing they might be targeted by Moscow after Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Sweden and Finland abandoned their traditional positions of military nonalignment to seek protection under NATOs security umbrella. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg: Also, more united. If you could just please raise your hand if you have a question. We all recognize that Chinas heavy investments in military capabilities, continued coercive behavior, and their growing influence matters for our security. As missiles exploded over Kyiv, they raced for a shelter. President Putin thought he could crush the Ukrainian people and armed forces. My message is that Sweden has delivered, and the time has come to ratify Sweden, Stoltenberg told reporters on Thursday at the conclusion of two days of informal talks between alliance foreign ministers to prepare for the summit in Vilnius. And this agreement, the joint memorandum, points out on the need to do more on terrorism, to lift the restrictions on export of weapons and and military material equipment to Trkiye. Were stepping up. Opt in to send and receive text messages from President Biden. SECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Thank you so much. It was locked. You have JavaScript disabled. PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Jens, thank you very much for having me this morning. We will agree a new Strategic Concept, the blueprint for NATO into the future a more dangerous world, a more competitive world. What weve seen on the battlefield is that, if you punch Russian forces in the wrong place, theyll actually collapse, he said. PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, you know, I was asked about this one about Finland and and Sweden when each of their leaders came to the White House. It has pre-assigned forces to NATOs multinational battlegroup in Hungary. I told him we wanted a deal with Sweden. Winter is coming. That is our demand signal, he said. Raise your hands. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Finland became NATOs 31st member country in April. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg: Fulfill your commitments arising from Trilateral Memorandum & take concrete steps in the fight against terrorism. And I said Putin was looking for the Finlandization of Europe. It is still time to make that happen by the Vilnius Summit and we need to remember that all Allies made an historic decision last summer at the Summit in Madrid in June last summer, where also Trkiye, along with all of the NATO allies, decided to invite both Finland and Sweden to become full members of the Alliance. This included the establishment of a Permanent Joint Mechanism to strengthen cooperation between Trkiye, Finland, and Sweden Its essential for America. I thank Trkiye for sending reinforcements to northern Kosovo, following the recent unrest. He said the allies continue to agree that Ukraine will become a NATO member one day but that in the meantime the alliance should provide it with security commitments and substantial new funding. The White House President Erdogan and I agreed today that the Permanent Joint Mechanism should meet again in the week starting on the 12th of June. Friends of Ukraine. However, he stressed that the completion of both would dramatically strengthen European security. And I think that the Allied leaders look forward to consulting with you ahead of the meeting with President Putin. While U.S. officials say there have been improvements since then, they have also suggested that even the recapture of small areas could affect Russias war plans. Wallace spoke with The Washington Post as speculation intensifies about who will replace NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg following his expected departure this year. The latest: Ukraines air defenses shot down more than 30 missiles and drones in a new round of Russian air attacks overnight, the armys commander said. Im confident that also Hungary will ratify the accession protocol, Stoltenberg said. And he thought he could dictate what others do. It's called burden sharing. Doorstep statement by the NATO Secretary General - Informal meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs in Oslo, Norway. Image 1 of 14. While the process for selecting a secretary general is murky, officials say members states will attempt to reach consensus via informal consultations but acknowledge that the United States, whose military might overshadows that of NATO peers, will wield an important say. His call for greater spending echoes those of successive American administrations of both political parties most dramatically from President Donald Trump, who issued scathing criticism of the blocs spending record and questioned NATOs core tenets and of Stoltenberg himself. Advertisement. This is a gravebreach of international law, and a serious threat to Euro-Atlantic security. NATO has stood with Ukraine since your independence. Doorstep statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council of the European Union (EU) with Defence Ministers in Brussels on 23 May 2023. Fearing they might be targeted by Moscow after Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Sweden and Finland abandoned their traditional positions of military nonalignment to seek protection under NATOs security umbrella. We addressed NATOs strong support to Ukraine; SECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Thank you so much. Please enable JavaScript to use this feature. So now actually, it is as easy to export military material from Sweden to Trkiye as to any other NATO Ally. Please enable JavaScript to use this feature. We'll be in touch with the latest information on how President Biden and his administration are working for the American people, as well as ways you can get involved and help our country build back better. 2023 - | Last updated: 01 Jun. We significantly stepped up our support after the illegal annexation of Crimea. NATO has a role in that in terms of the work it can do to bring Ukraine up to NATO standards, he said. PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, thank you. Hungary has also delayed its approval, but the reasons why have not been made publicly clear. NATO Secretary Generals statement at the International Crimea Platform, ORIGINAL - Statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in the International Crimea Platform, Secretary General stresses NATO long-term support for Ukraine at Crimea Platform, Euro-Atlantic Disaster Response Coordination Centre (EADRCC), NATO Public Diplomacy Divisions Co-Sponsorship Grants. 2020 18:02 English French Russian Ukrainian NATO Allies met today to discuss the Open Skies Treaty. It is it allows America to to conduct its business around the world in a way that never would have occurred were it not for NATO, number one. 2023 - | Last updated: 30 May. 01 Jun. And we talked about this for a year, and now were here. But what can those powers that want to be more forward-leaning do to help Ukraine, and to give it not 100 percent but a similar effect to what NATO delivers?, Wallace said a number of nations were ready to forge bilateral or multilateral mutual defense pacts with Ukraine and commit to longer-term plans to build the countrys military capability to make sure its a very expensive opportunity for Russia or anyone else to invade Ukraine in the future., That might succeed in deterring Russia because, in Wallaces view, Russias land forces are going to be significantly depleted for the next 10 years.. Others say the blocs next leader must be a woman, or someone from an European Union nation, which Britain is not. Wallace, Britains defense chief since 2019, was seen as a potential prime-ministerial candidate but has removed himself from consideration several times in recent races, saying he preferred to remain in charge of the military portfolio. He suggested Putin may not be getting accurate information about the military effort and might not realize the extent of his countrys military challenges until a moment of collapse or internal challenge. Ukrainian. 4 minutes ago ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg made no breakthrough on Sunday in talks about Sweden's membership in the military organization with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, with officials from the two countries to meet in just over a week to try to bridge their differences. So I know that we can count on America and that America can count on Europe. This further undermines Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, erodes efforts towards a resolution of the conflict, and violates the Minsk Agreements, to which Russia is a party. Turkeys government accuses Sweden of being too lenient on terrorist organizations and security threats, including militant Kurdish groups and people associated with a 2016 coup attempt. Your right to self-defence. And I must say that we had as (inaudible) a number of my colleagues and our colleagues who are in the G7 have stepped up as well, in terms of the need for there to be greater coordination. OSLO, Norway (AP) NATO on Thursday ramped up pressure on member nation Turkey to drop its objections to Swedens membership as the military organization seeks to deal with the issue by the time U.S. President Joe Biden and his counterparts meet next month. And since then, we have seen Finland joining the Alliance as a full-fledged member. the importance of our presence in Kosovo; And I just want all of Europe to know that the United States is there. Britain is one of those countries. He also has been seeking upgraded U.S. fighter jets, and Washington signaled this week that they might be delivered. While Stoltenberg, of Norway, is not expected to extend his tenure again, officials say its possible he could do so. Were sending an unmistakable message, in my view and I think yours as well that NATO is strong, united, and the steps were taking during this summit are going to further augment our collective strength. 2020 - | Press Release (2020) 047 Issued on 22 May. Turkeys government accuses Sweden of being too lenient on terrorist organizations and security threats, including militant Kurdish groups and people associated with a 2016 coup attempt. And since then, Sweden has amended its constitution, strengthened counterterrorism legislation, lifted its arms embargo. Including fuel, food, medical supplies, protective military gear, and secure communications. And then identify yourself when I call on you. We believe that both should go forward as quickly as possible; that is to say Swedens accession and moving forward on the F-16 package more broadly.. Our aim remains to support the Afghan government and security forces as much as possible. And Trkiye has given Ukraine strong support, including through leadership of the Black Sea grain initiative. He noted that as of Thursday, Sweden had tightened its anti-terrorism laws. [3] He must stop this war. You can send young men to die in their tens of thousands, which is what they do, but you cant magic up tanks and weapons systems that they need.. 2023 17:08 (As delivered) Dear President Milatovi, Dear Jakov, Welcome to NATO Headquarters. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). And, you know, we we got a big agenda. Were going to continue to adjust our posture based on the threat, in close consultation with our Allies. And we are now deploying around 700 more NATO troops from the operational reserve and Trkiye is leading this effort of providing extra forces. Hungary has also delayed its approval, but the reasons why have not been made publicly clear. 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Subscribe to our channel for updates and exclusive video. They also discussed the continued readiness of the U.S. and NATO to engage in dialogue with Russia, as well as efforts to strengthen NATOs deterrence and collective defense in response to potential further Russian aggression against Ukraine. SECRETARY GENERAL STOLTENBERG: Thank you so much, President Biden, dear Joe. And together, our Allies were going to make sure that NATO is ready to meet threats from all directions, across every domain: land, air, and the sea. Hes held the post since 2014. And were going to send two additional F-35 squadrons to the UK, and station additional air defense and other capabilities in Germany and in Italy. Thank you so much. NATO Allies met today to discuss the Open Skies Treaty. And they want to make NATO weaker. They want to block Swedens counter-terrorism cooperation with Trkiye. Cook reported from Brussels. The organisers want to stop Sweden from joining NATO. 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