Overview

• NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has emphasized the need for continued Western support for Ukraine, stating that the situation is closely watched in Beijing.
• Stoltenberg has stated that Ukraine will become a member of NATO, moving closer to the alliance despite the ongoing conflict with Russia.
• The U.S. Congress is currently blocking a $60 billion fund intended to send weapons to Ukraine, raising questions about the country's ability to defend itself.
• Stoltenberg has dismissed concerns about the potential return of former U.S. President Donald Trump, expressing confidence in the U.S.'s commitment to NATO regardless of its leadership.
• Critics argue that the West's involvement in Ukraine serves China's interests by keeping the U.S. and its allies tied down, preventing them from focusing on containing China.