US and Allies Clash Over Ukraine's NATO Membership Path

Debate intensifies ahead of NATO's 75th anniversary summit on how to address Ukraine's bid for membership.

US and UK are divided on whether to describe Ukraine's path to NATO as 'irreversible'.
Central and Eastern European nations push for a firmer commitment to Ukraine's NATO membership.
The Biden administration prefers a 'bridge to membership' approach, citing concerns over military and political readiness.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg supports Ukraine's eventual membership but stresses the need for reforms.
Russia demands Ukraine abandon NATO aspirations as a precondition for peace talks.