Hungary’s parliament voted Monday to ratify Sweden’s bid to join NATO, bringing an end to more than 18 months of delays that have frustrated the alliance as it seeks to expand in response to Russia’s war in Ukraine. The vote, which passed with 188 votes for and six against, was the culmination of months of … Read more
Sweden has long had a close partnership with NATO. Brussels: Sweden’s accession to NATO adds a final puzzle piece to the alliance around the shores of the strategically important Baltic Sea – but Russia still poses a threat above and below water. After Finland joined last year, Sweden’s membership — which looks set to clear … Read more
NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg said time has come for Turkey to finalise accession process Brussels: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Monday said Turkey should approve Sweden’s stalled bid for membership “as soon as possible”. “Sweden has delivered on what they promised and now the time has come for Turkey to finalise the accession process,” … Read more