Staff Reports
Joe Biden, the president of the United States, recently appeared on CNN’s “Fareed Zakaria GPS” and made it clear that he is not ready to admit Ukraine into NATO at this time. Biden is set to attend a NATO summit in Lithuania, where the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and Ukraine’s desire to join NATO will be key topics of discussion.
Biden Defends Cluster Munitions Decision, Says 'No' to Ukraine Joining Nato—for Now https://t.co/TKqfMvYw0a
— RedState (@RedState) July 9, 2023
When asked about Ukraine’s potential membership in NATO, Biden expressed his belief that the country is not currently ready for such a commitment. He emphasized the importance of holding NATO together, as he believes Russian President Putin’s objective has been to break the alliance. Biden stated that if Ukraine were to join NATO during the war, it would effectively mean that the alliance is at war with Russia.
Had the privilege of interviewing @POTUS at the White House today.
I asked Pres. Biden about a wide range of foreign-policy topics: arming Ukraine, the looming NATO summit, the US–China relationship & more.
See the full interview on GPS, @ 10am & 1pm ET Sunday on @CNN pic.twitter.com/sat0VGPHhV
— Fareed Zakaria (@FareedZakaria) July 7, 2023
"It took me a while to be convinced to do it," President Biden tells @FareedZakaria about his decision to send cluster bombs to Ukraine as its ammunition supply runs low. pic.twitter.com/eQNyYSHn1h
— Kaitlan Collins (@kaitlancollins) July 7, 2023
Biden acknowledged that there is not unanimity within NATO regarding Ukraine’s membership at this moment. He argued that there needs to be a rational path for Ukraine to qualify for NATO, including meeting qualifications related to democratization and other issues. However, he did leave the door open for the possibility of Ukraine joining NATO in the future.
In addition to discussing NATO membership, Biden also addressed the controversial decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine. He noted that it was a difficult decision, but one that was necessary because the Ukrainians are running out of ammunition. Interestingly, Biden also mentioned that the United States itself is low on ammunition, a statement that has raised concerns among conservatives.
As a conservative Republican news writer, it is important to note that Biden’s hesitancy to admit Ukraine into NATO aligns with the conservative viewpoint of maintaining a strong national defense and prioritizing the stability of the alliance. While it is crucial to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, it is equally important to ensure that NATO remains united and that any decisions regarding membership are made when the time is right.
In conclusion, Biden’s recent comments on Ukraine’s NATO membership highlight his cautious approach and commitment to preserving the alliance. As the president embarks on his trip to Europe for the NATO summit, it will be interesting to see how the issue unfolds and if any progress is made towards Ukraine’s eventual admission into NATO.
