NATO’s Support for Ukraine’s Sovereignty in Europe
At MSC2023, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg highlighted the importance of providing support for Ukraine so they can remain an independent nation within Europe. To this end, NATO is currently conducting exercises like Invisible Shield 2023 which involve Allied aircraft supporting Slovenian forces during a simulated electronic warfare environment exercise taking place over Albacete, Spain
Feb. 21, 2023 1:51PM
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A picture of fighter jets flying over Albacete, Spain during a training exercise
At the Munich Security Conference (MSC2023), NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized the need to provide Ukraine with the necessary support to win and prevail as a sovereign, independent nation in Europe. This comes at a time when NATO is actively engaged in exercises such as Invisible Shield 2023, which involve Allied aircraft supporting the armed forces and civilian emergency services of Slovenia as they test their tactics, techniques and procedures in a simulated electronic warfare environment. The skies above Albacete, Spain roar with jet noise as NATO’s best fighter pilots are put to the test. Welcome to NATO's 'Top Gun' school, where pilots from all over Europe hone their skills and work together to ensure that European airspace remains safe. NATO has long been committed to providing support for its member states in times of crisis or conflict. In recent years, this commitment has extended beyond Europe's borders into countries such as Ukraine. As tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to rise, it is essential that NATO continues to provide assistance and support so that Ukraine can remain an independent nation within Europe. In addition to providing military aid, NATO also works closely with other international organizations such as the United Nations (UN) and European Union (EU) on issues related to security and stability in Eastern Europe. This includes providing financial assistance for economic development projects aimed at strengthening Ukrainian institutions and infrastructure. NATO’s commitment towards ensuring peace and stability in Eastern Europe is clear from its ongoing efforts both on the ground and through exercises like Invisible Shield 2023. By providing military aid while also working closely with other international organizations on matters of security, it is evident that NATO will continue its efforts towards helping Ukraine remain an independent nation within Europe.