“We have to be realistic. War can last a long time, several months or even years. This sentence devoid of any optimism was pronounced this Wednesday by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. According to him, Russian President Vladimir Putin has not given up on his goal of “controlling the whole of Ukraine”.
“That’s why we also have to be prepared for a long journey, both in terms of supporting Ukraine, maintaining sanctions and strengthening our defences,” he said. before the start of a meeting of alliance foreign ministers.
Long-term implications for Europe’s security
“Ukraine urgently needs military support and that is why it is so important that NATO allies agree to continue supporting Ukraine with many different types of military equipment, both heavier equipment and light weapons systems. And we have seen that this support has a real effect on a daily basis,” he insisted.
“Whatever the date of the end of the war, it will have long-term implications for our security. Because we have seen the brutality. We have seen President Putin’s willingness to use military force to achieve his goals. And that changed the reality of security in Europe for many, many years,” warned Jens Stoltenberg.