Ukraine’s Path to NATO: Zelenskyy’s Vision Explained
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized his goal for Ukraine to join NATO as part of his broader “victory plan” to end the ongoing war with Russia.
This plan, presented recently to the Ukrainian parliament and NATO allies, calls for a clear and unconditional invitation for Ukraine to join the military alliance.
Zelenskyy believes that NATO membership would significantly strengthen Ukraine’s position and deter further aggression from Russia.
However, NATO allies have remained cautious about offering an immediate membership invitation, with some countries concerned that this could escalate the conflict with Russia.
Despite pledges of financial and military support, NATO has yet to set a specific timeline for Ukraine’s membership, reiterating only that Ukraine’s path to joining the alliance is “irreversible”.