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German Defense Minister: Turkey can be convinced of Sweden and Finland joining NATO

The German Minister on the sidelines of the EU Council of Defense Ministers stressed that Turkey will give the green light for its integration Sweden and her Φινλανδίας in the NATOnevertheless, Ankara’s concerns and arguments must be taken into account.

Features, the Christine Lambrecht stressed that “the accession of two such powerful states – EU members in NATO will enrich the Alliance and I’m absolutely convinced that and Turkey can be convinced of this».

At the same time, he called for the arguments and concerns expressed by Ankara to be taken seriously, while according to APE, however, he left open the possibility, if this also implies German concessions, as the previous federal government had already partially suspended the arms exports to Turkey after the invasion of northern Syria in 2019.

He also said that Finland and Sweden did not really want to join NATO, but were pushed into the decision by the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin. “As Europeans and as Democrats, we must stand by them right now. At the same time, (upon their accession), our security is also strengthened. With their defensive capabilities, the two countries will make NATO stronger. “Because of this common perception, I am confident that accession will be swift,” she said, reiterating that “the doors are open for her country.”

Also, referring to the consequences of the war, the Foreign Minister stressed that Vladimir Putin’s actions affect situation in “every country”.

Source: News Beast

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