Sweden is confident of Sweden and Finland joining NATO soon

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The Minister of Foreign Affairs Analena Berbock considers that Sweden and Finland will soon join NATO, despite Turkish reservations, and stresses that the Alliance will ensure the protection of the two countries in the process of ratification of their Accession Protocol.

«I am sure that the two countries will join quickly, because everyone knows very well that this is a critical moment. “A historic moment, but in an extremely dramatic situation.” Ms Berbok said after meeting with Danish counterpart Jeppe Kofont in Berlin.

The minister He also assured that both Germany and other countries are preparing for an accelerated accession ratification process, in an effort to shorten the transition phase as much as possible.

«If this phase lasts a little longer – because obviously it will not be just one day – then we will all give the required security guaranteeHe clarified.

Regarding Turkey’s stance, Ms. Berbok said that “the allies were aware of the fact that there are still some issues on the Turkish side”, but stressed that Finland and Sweden did not really want to join NATO. But they were pushed into the decision by the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

«As Europeans and as Democrats, we must stand by them at this time. At the same time, (with their inclusion), our security is strengthened. With their defense capabilities, the two countries will make NATO stronger. Because of this common understanding, I am confident that accession will be rapid“, She stated and reiterated that for her country” the doors are open “.

Referring to the consequences of the war, the Foreign Minister stressed that Vladimir Putin’s actions affect the situation “in every country”, while specifically on the issue of energy, he stated that “we must not allow Russia to take advantage of our dependence on Russian energy He stressed that the German goal is to zero imports from Russia.

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