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NATO membership only credible security guarantee for Ukraine, Finnish foreign minister says


Published on 2025-01-08 16:21:03 - MSN
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  • Membership in NATO is the only credible long-term security guarantee Ukraine can receive against future Russian aggression, Finland's top diplomat said on Wednesday. Donald Trump's return to the White House on Jan.

The article discusses comments made by Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, who stated that NATO membership is the only credible security guarantee for Ukraine. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv alongside Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, Valtonen emphasized the importance of Ukraine's integration into NATO for its long-term security, especially in light of the ongoing conflict with Russia. She highlighted that while Finland supports Ukraine's path to NATO, the immediate focus remains on providing military aid to help Ukraine defend itself. Valtonen also mentioned that Finland has committed to long-term security support for Ukraine, including a significant military aid package. The article also touches on the broader context of European security, with references to the need for a strong European defense and the implications of the war in Ukraine for global security dynamics.

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