Moscow is preparing for new military offensives. Such a statement the NATO Secretary General made at the joint press-conference with the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken

“President Putin launched his illegal war of aggression almost a year ago. Since then, NATO Allies have provided unprecedented support for Ukraine. Around 120 billion dollars in military, humanitarian and financial assistance.

As the biggest Ally, the United States is playing an indispensable role in supporting Ukraine. European NATO Allies and Canada have stepped up as well. Contributing over half of the overall assistance. Including tanks, advanced air defence systems and other military equipment.

Europeans have also welcomed almost 5 million refugees from Ukraine. Applied unprecedented sanctions. And decoupled from Russian gas and Russian oil. This shows how much we can do when Europe and North America stand together.

Today, we discussed the situation in Ukraine. Putin started this war of aggression. And he can end this war today by withdrawing his troops from Ukraine. And coming to the negotiating table.

But regrettably, we see no sign that Russia is preparing for peace. On the contrary, Moscow is preparing for new military offensives. So we must continue to provide Ukraine with the weapons it needs to retake territory, and prevail as a sovereign, independent nation”, - said Jens Stoltenberg.