Some feel that #NATO is returning to the scene of the crime today: the Palace of the Parliament in #Bucharest.
It was here in 2008 that George W. Bush strong-armed European allies into declaring that #Ukraine & #Georgia "will become members of NATO". apnews.com/article/russia…
It was here in 2008 that George W. Bush strong-armed European allies into declaring that #Ukraine & #Georgia "will become members of NATO". apnews.com/article/russia…
Whether or not the Bush-pushed 2008🇺🇦🇬🇪#NATO accession declaration in #Bucharest needlessly antagonised🇷🇺or was preparation for Putin's inevitable expansion plans is a hot debate.
Either way, that NATO is here 14 years later dealing with a war in Europe is a poignant full circle
Either way, that NATO is here 14 years later dealing with a war in Europe is a poignant full circle
#NATO statement just issued at #Bucharest summit:
"We remain steadfast in our commitment to #Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We will never recognise Russia’s illegal annexations, which blatantly violate the UN Charter." nato.int/cps/en/natohq/…
"We remain steadfast in our commitment to #Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We will never recognise Russia’s illegal annexations, which blatantly violate the UN Charter." nato.int/cps/en/natohq/…
"#NATO is a defensive Alliance. NATO will continue to protect our populations and defend every inch of Allied territory at all times."
"We face threats & challenges from authoritarian actors and strategic competitors from all strategic directions."
"We face threats & challenges from authoritarian actors and strategic competitors from all strategic directions."
"In light of the gravest threat to Euro-Atlantic security in decades and in line with the #StrategicConcept, we are implementing a new baseline for our deterrence & defence posture"-#NATO ministers
"Further developing the full range of robust, combat-ready forces & capabilities"
"Further developing the full range of robust, combat-ready forces & capabilities"
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