WOODSTOCK: “NATO Chief: ‘Extremely Important’ US Continues Backing Ukraine”,NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized on Thursday, July 18, the significance of the United States continuing its support for Ukraine.
His comments came following former President Donald Trump’s selection of a running mate who was skeptical about aiding Kyiv. Stoltenberg’s statement underscores ongoing international concern and support for Ukraine amid geopolitical challenges.
During a European summit in Britain, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stressed the critical importance of continued U.S. support for Ukraine. Stoltenberg acknowledged that while European allies and Canada could increase their efforts, the ongoing backing from the United States remained crucial. This statement reflects NATO’s unified stance on bolstering Ukraine amidst geopolitical tensions, emphasizing the need for sustained international support.
“This must be a joint effort between North America and Europe, with the United States as our strongest ally. I anticipate their ongoing support for Ukraine,” stated the NATO Secretary General during a European summit in Britain.
Trump, challenging incumbent Joe Biden in November’s elections, raised concerns in Europe by selecting JD Vance as his vice presidential pick.
Vance, a staunch opponent of aid for Kyiv, vehemently opposed the approval of US$61 billion in new US military aid for Ukraine earlier this year.
Stoltenberg insisted that “it is in the security interest of the United States to support Ukraine”.
The United States has provided tens of billions of dollars in military assistance for Kyiv since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
But Vance and other Trump allies in Congress argue that Washington cannot continue to fund the war indefinitely, and a Trump victory would throw future US assistance for Ukraine into doubt.
