US and Germany Reaffirm Support for Ukraine and Middle East Stability at NATO Meeting

Blinken and Baerbock address Ukraine, Gaza conflict, and NATO cooperation with Southern partners during Brussels discussions.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock met during the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brussels to discuss key global security issues.
Both leaders emphasized continued support for Ukraine and condemned Russia's use of North Korean troops in its war against Ukraine as a significant escalation.
They highlighted the importance of collective NATO efforts to ensure stability in the Euro-Atlantic region and strengthen partnerships in the Middle East, North Africa, and Sahel.
Discussions included the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire and the need to support the Lebanese Armed Forces to maintain regional stability.
Blinken reiterated the urgency of ending the Gaza conflict, securing the release of the remaining hostages, and achieving lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians.