Today, I addressed the participants of the Summit in Vilnius and emphasized that the key to lasting peace is clear – the aggressor must not receive any reward for war. Putin must get nothing that would justify his aggression. Any reward would only show him that war pays off. 
We talked about our operation inside Russia, which has seriously weakened their military. Operation “Spiderweb” showed what modern war really looks like and why it’s so important to stay ahead with technology.
All our joint investments in drone production, all our shared battlefield experience, everything we’re doing together with our partners – it’s making Europe stronger. We agreed with our partners on several joint decisions that will strengthen our defense even more. I thank everyone for the willingness to help.
The talks in Istanbul ended. The delegation exchanged documents through the Turkish side, and we are preparing a new release of prisoners of war.
The upcoming NATO Summit can strengthen Europe’s security, or, if it sends the wrong signal, it will only encourage Putin. Geopolitical gains are just as important to Russia as money or territory.
If Putin is allowed to decide who joins NATO, where NATO infrastructure can or can’t be, then Russia’s appetite for war will only grow. Our shared goal is the opposite – to completely end Russia’s hunger for aggression.
Ukraine is doing its part. I’m grateful to all partners who are doing theirs. And we must act as one united Euro-Atlantic community. The NATO Summit in June is the right place and the right time to send a clear message – Russia will not get anything from this war.
Strong decisions are needed. Decisions for Europe, not for Putin. We all need to work together to make this really happen. And it’s doable.
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