NATO to continue supporting Ukraine in pursuit of lasting peace - Secretary General
NATO will continue to support Ukraine. The Alliance will help Ukraine secure a sustainable and just peace, said NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the occasion of the 3rd anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
it is necessary to ensure that the results of the negotiations are strong."NATO will continue to support and stand with Ukraine and help it through the challenges ahead to ensure this war can end, with a just and lasting peace," Rutte stated.
According to Rutte, throughout the years of Russian aggression, NATO countries have assisted Ukraine by providing weapons, equipment, and training for its soldiers.
"We have kept Ukraine strong by providing arms, equipment and training. The bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people are an inspiration to the world," NATO Secretary General said.
The Secretary General added that now, as Ukraine marks three years since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, it is crucial for NATO countries to push even harder for a fair and lasting peace.
Rutte's statements on the end of the war
Recently, Rutte stated that NATO countries must help Ukraine position itself with strength, ensuring that it does not lose the war.
"I strongly urge our allies to provide weapon systems so that the Ukrainians have maximum strength for defense. The US is number one, and Germany is number two," he noted.
Regarding peace talks to end the war, Rutte emphasized that Vladimir Putin is completely unpredictable. However, to achieve a peace agreement, it is necessary for the Kremlin leader to be present at the negotiating table.
According to Rutte, it is necessary to ensure that the results of the negotiations are strong.
The NATO Secretary General also added that it is important that other countries, such as those in the Pacific region, China, and India, understand that it is the West that prevails.
