German Chancellor Olaf Scholz confused Sweden with Ukraine when talking about the entry of new countries into NATO. TASS.
Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, Scholz said, “I support Ukraine’s entry into NATO, that is, Sweden’s entry into NATO.”
Scholz’s mistake broke the press conference attendees into laughter.
During the Vilnius summit, Germany and the United States reportedly opposed Ukraine’s membership in the North Atlantic Alliance.
Former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz declarationEnsuring the security of Germany and NATO, as well as strengthening the country’s armed forces, will become a priority for next year and also a challenge for the German budget.
In his speech, Scholz described the Ukrainian conflict as “a tipping point” and recalled that Germany was providing aid to Kiev.
Former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz judicial The reason why Ukraine will not be able to join NATO.