Nordic-Baltic leaders back Ukraine's NATO membership path

Leaders from Nordic and Baltic nations reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine's integration into NATO during a summit in Tallinn. They emphasized Ukraine's crucial role as a strategic security partner, highlighting its combat experience, technological advancements, and industrial capabilities as direct contributions to Euro-Atlantic security.

In a joint statement, the leaders declared their support for Ukraine's "irreversible path" toward full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership. This stance echoes a promise made at the 2024 NATO summit, which offered Ukraine a clear trajectory toward membership.

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Ukraine is a strategic security partner for NATO and contributes directly to Euro-Atlantic security through its combat experience, technological innovation and industrial capacity.

However, the path to accession remains complex. Ukraine's membership is currently contingent on the cessation of hostilities with Russia and the fulfillment of several key criteria. A concrete invitation to join the alliance has yet to be extended, leaving the timeline for Ukraine's full integration uncertain.

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We support Ukraine on its irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership.