“When Putin launched his brutal war of aggression against the people of Ukraine, he believed he could tear Europe and NATO apart. He was wrong,” Joe Biden said.
Finland’s historic accession to NATO was welcomed by the US president, joe biden, at the same time sending a clear message to Ankara, but also to Budapest, for the inclusion of Sweden in the Alliance.
“Today, I am proud to welcome Finland as NATO’s 31st Ally,” he said in a statement.
“Seventy-four years ago today – as the United States and 11 other nations were coming together to form the North Atlantic Treaty Organization – President Truman said, “if there is anything inevitable about the future, it is the will of the people of the world for freedom and peace,” Biden emphasized. “Today, this will she is stronger than ever with Finland’s accession to NATO”.
He reminded that “in May 2022, Finland and Sweden applied for NATO membership. Both countries are strong democracies with highly capable militaries, who share our values and vision for the world. Less than a year later, we welcome Finland as a member – the fastest ratification process in NATO’s modern history. I look forward to welcoming Sweden as a member of NATO as soon as possible and I encourage Turkey and Hungary to complete their ratification procedures without delay.”
“When Putin launched his brutal war of aggression against the people of Ukraine, he believed he could tear Europe and NATO apart. He made a mistake. Today, we are more united than ever. And together – bolstered by our newest Ally, Finland – we will continue to maintain transatlantic security, defend every inch of NATO territory and meet all the challenges we face,” Biden said.
Source :Skai
With a wealth of experience honed over 4+ years in journalism, I bring a seasoned voice to the world of news. Currently, I work as a freelance writer and editor, always seeking new opportunities to tell compelling stories in the field of world news.
