• NATO Secretary General had a wonderful meeting with US President Joe Biden.
• Stoltenberg claims that US assistance is “making an impact on the battlefield every day.”
• Turkey’s opposition to Sweden and Finland joining NATO.

Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, says he had a “wonderful meeting” with US President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Thursday.

Stoltenberg praised the United States for its leadership and assistance for Ukraine. It includes backing for the Transatlantic Alliance. He claims that US assistance is “making an impact on the battlefield every day.”

“President Putin wanted less NATO and therefore he invaded Ukraine, but he’s getting more,” Stoltenberg told.

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They also addressed preparations for the NATO meeting in Madrid in late June, which he described as “critical for security.” He expressed his eagerness to welcome Biden to Spain.

“Wars are, by nature, unpredictable,” he remarked. “We just have to be prepared for the long haul.” He went on to say that the conflict has devolved into a “war of attrition.” Ukrainians are “paying a great price for protecting their country on the battlefield,” but Russia is also “suffering a severe toll.”

He believes the battle will “end at the negotiating table,” and that Ukraine will continue to require NATO’s assistance.

When asked about Turkey’s opposition to Sweden and Finland joining NATO, Stoltenberg expressed optimism that the issue would be resolved.

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“When an ally, Turkey, raises concerns, we have to do what we always do and that is to sit down, address those concerns, then find a united way forward. We are in close contact with Ankara, leadership there,” he said.

He called Turkey a “vital ally.”