According to the information provided by NATO’s Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, the war in Ukraine is entering a crucial phase.
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– The Russian operation in eastern Ukraine will be a key phase of the war. Moscow is sending all its forces there. We are entering a critical phase of the conflict, but we must prepare ourselves for a long struggle – said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
He also added that we found ourselves in a new reality, and the alliance was ready for the accession of Sweden and Finland. – If these countries decide to join us, all existing allies will welcome this move with joy – said the head of NATO.