DISINFO: NATO considers Russia an enemy, refuses dialogue
SUMMARY
NATO does not consider Russia a partner, but rather views it solely as an enemy and refuses to engage in dialogue.
RESPONSE
Recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative about NATO, portraying it as a belligerent organisation, threatening peace and security.
It is Russia that threatens European security. Russia’s aggression against Ukraine is entirely unprovoked and unjustified. NATO condemns in the strongest possible terms this aggression.
Recent statements from NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg repeatedly emphasize the importance of maintaining dialogue with Russia. The NATO chief has stressed that the conflict in Ukraine can only be resolved through negotiations: "At some stage, we need to engage again with Russia to end this war. But that engagement needs to be based on strength in Ukraine."
The 2016 Warsaw Summit outlined NATO's policy towards Russia. While recognizing Russia as a "strategic competitor," the summit also emphasized the need for continued dialogue and cooperation on security issues. Despite NATO's long-standing efforts to establish a partnership with Russia, it currently assesses Russia as the most significant and direct threat to Allies' security, particularly due to its aggressive actions in Ukraine. Nevertheless, NATO remains committed to keeping communication channels open with Moscow to mitigate risks and prevent further escalation.
NATO member states’ weapons deliveries to Ukraine are a response to Russia's aggressive actions. Following Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014, NATO strengthened its defense of Eastern European members and began providing assistance to countries like Ukraine. It's crucial to remember that these actions were a response to Russia's behavior.
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