Blinken Attends Final NATO Meeting of Biden Administration with Focus on Ukraine
The Brussels meeting addresses Ukraine's defense, NATO security priorities, and preparations for a leadership transition in the U.S.
- Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Brussels for the final NATO foreign ministers' meeting under the Biden administration, scheduled for December 3-4.
- The agenda prioritizes bolstering allied support for Ukraine as it continues to defend against Russia's invasion, with recent U.S. aid including advanced weaponry and eased restrictions on its use.
- President-elect Donald Trump has signaled a potential shift in U.S. policy on Ukraine, raising concerns among NATO allies about continued American support.
- Blinken will also discuss deepening NATO partnerships in regions such as the Middle East, North Africa, and the Sahel, and preparations for the 2025 NATO summit in The Hague.
- Following the NATO meeting, Blinken will attend an OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Malta to address broader regional security challenges, including developments in Ukraine and Georgia.