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One more European country is now better protected from Russian evil. Sweden is joining NATO.

Everyone benefits when one country's security improves and that country can truly strengthen shared security. This rule has consistently worked throughout NATO's existence, and I am confident it will continue to work.

Right now, in the midst of Russian aggression against everything that has kept Europe peaceful and united, everyone understands how critical it is to maintain alliances and partnerships, strengthen one's own security, and care for the security of one's neighbors.

Sweden is a strong ally and a trustworthy country. I congratulate everyone in Sweden and across the Euro-Atlantic space. Ukraine has always been principled in its support for Sweden's NATO membership, and I am grateful to Sweden for its support for our country. I am confident that the day will come when Sweden will be able to congratulate Ukraine on joining the Alliance.

We are always stronger when we are together.