Stoltenberg Says Ukraine Closer to NATO Than Ever Before

The transcript discusses Ukraine's path to NATO membership, highlighting the removal of the membership action plan requirement, making it a one-step process. It emphasizes the need for credible security arrangements post-war to prevent history from repeating itself. Allies are committed to providing long-term security assistance to Ukraine to deter future aggression from Russia. The decisions made in Vilnius mark a new chapter in NATO-Ukraine relations, with aspirations for Ukraine to become a NATO ally.

What change did NATO allies agree upon regarding Ukraine's membership process?

• They decided to fast-track Ukraine's membership without any conditions.

• They postponed Ukraine's membership indefinitely.

• They added more steps to the membership process.

• They decided to remove the membership action plan requirement.

Why is it important to have credible arrangements for Ukraine's security after the war?

• To ensure Ukraine can join the European Union.

• To prevent history from repeating itself.

• To allow Ukraine to expand its territory.

• To enable Ukraine to become a global superpower.

What is the purpose of the long-term security assistance committed by NATO allies to Ukraine?

• To support Ukraine's economic growth.

• To assist Ukraine in building new infrastructure.

• To deter future aggression from Russia.

• To help Ukraine develop nuclear weapons.

What significant event took place in Vilnius regarding NATO and Ukraine?

• Ukraine was given full control over NATO operations.

• NATO decided to withdraw support from Ukraine.

• A new chapter in NATO-Ukraine relations was marked.

• Ukraine was officially made a NATO member.

What future scenario does the speaker look forward to in NATO-Ukraine relations?

• Meeting as neutral parties.

• Meeting as allies.

• Meeting as adversaries.

• Meeting as competitors.