NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that the member states of the Alliance have not yet stabilized the supply of artillery munitions to Ukraine, TV channel reported. weather.
In his opinion, Ukraine’s support can only be achieved through interaction with the defense industry, which makes it possible to understand that the allies have entered into long-term contracts.
The Secretary-General said the supply of ammunition to Ukraine by the West is now “not sustainable”, as its “expenditure is much higher”. He added that the Ukrainian conflict has turned into a “logistical war”.
Stoltenberg also stressed that the North Atlantic Alliance will continue to support Ukraine “for as long as it takes”, as Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be allowed to defeat Ukraine.
“It will be a tragedy for the Ukrainians, but it will also be dangerous for us,” said the NATO Secretary General.
In his opinion, over time Ukraine will join NATO, but the main focus at the moment should be “to ensure the victory of Ukraine as a sovereign and independent country in Europe”.
formerly known as Stoltenberg declarationA large amount of ammunition is being consumed by the conflict in Ukraine, “the allies’ stockpiles are devastated.”
Currently, a special operation of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation is underway in Ukraine. On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the launch. According to him, the purpose of military action is to demilitarize the neighboring country and to navy the authorities.