After Russian President Vladimir Putin announced yesterday that they would place nuclear weapons in Belarus, the European Union (EU) of NATO made a statement. NATO Spokesperson Oana Lungescu said in a statement that “Russia’s nuclear rhetoric is dangerous and irresponsible. NATO is on the alert and we are monitoring the situation closely. We have not seen any change in Russia’s nuclear stance that would lead it to change ours. We are determined to protect and defend the entire NATO.”
Emphasizing that Russia’s references to NATO’s nuclear sharing are completely misleading, Lungescu said, “NATO allies act with full respect for their international commitments. Russia has consistently broken its arms control commitments by suspending its participation in the most recent New START Treaty. “Russia should return to its commitments and act in good faith,” he said.
‘EU READY TO RESPONSE WITH MORE SANCTIONS’
“Belarus’ hosting of Russian nuclear weapons represents an irresponsible escalation of tensions and a threat to European security,” said Josep Borrell, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. Belarus can still stop this, it’s their choice. The EU is ready to respond with more sanctions,” he said. (UAV)