Ukraine seeks NATO membership, with Zelenskiy urging allies to consider the invitation.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asserts that his country's membership in NATO is achievable but stresses that Ukraine must work to persuade allies to invite them. NATO has stated that Ukraine will eventually join but has not set a specific timeline or issued an invitation. Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 was partly justified by the prospect of Ukraine joining NATO, and Kyiv views NATO membership or a similar security guarantee as crucial for future protection against Russia.

December 22, 2024
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