Jens Stoltenberg, the NATO chief, has issued a stark warning about the growing collaboration among authoritarian powers, which he dubs as an "alliance of authoritarian powers", posing a threat to Western democracies.
In a conversation with the BBC, Stoltenberg highlighted the increasing alignment between Russia, Iran, China, and North Korea, emphasizing their mutual support and growing unity within this alliance.
He elaborated on how China bolsters Russia's military economy by supplying crucial defense products, while Russia reciprocates by pledging its allegiance to Beijing. Additionally, Russia provides technological assistance to Iran and North Korea in exchange for military resources.
To counter this escalating alliance, NATO has expanded its partnerships beyond its traditional geographic scope, collaborating with countries like Japan and South Korea.
Stoltenberg expressed optimism about NATO allies reaching a consensus on long-term financing for Ukraine by July, aiming to secure a five-year fund of 100 billion euros during the North Atlantic Alliance summit in Washington.
In his recent efforts, Stoltenberg has been rallying support from other nations to bolster military aid to Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. He stressed the importance of sustained support for Ukraine, not only during the conflict but also in its recovery phase.
While emphasizing the necessity of military backing to expel Russian forces from Ukraine, Stoltenberg hinted at the possibility of Kyiv making concessions to Russia in the future, though he refrained from suggesting any immediate compromises.
Addressing concerns about the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House, Stoltenberg expressed confidence in continued U.S. support for Ukraine, irrespective of political leadership.
Regarding the Middle East conflict, Stoltenberg emphasized the importance of urging Israel to enhance protection for civilians and aid workers in light of recent casualties caused by Israeli actions in Gaza.
Reflecting on his decade-long tenure as NATO's leader during its 75th anniversary, Stoltenberg described the current global landscape as significantly more perilous, unpredictable, and violent.
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