Sweden advocates for Ukraine's NATO membership at GLOBSEC Forum (defence24.com)

• Swedish Defence Minister Jonson calls for Ukraine's NATO accession without veto
• Sweden has provided SEK 103 billion ($9.5B) in military aid to Ukraine
• Jonson argues Ukraine's 110 brigades and defence industry would benefit NATO
• Membership resisted by Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, and the US

"Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson argued at the GLOBSEC Forum in Prague that all European countries should have the right to join NATO without any veto. Sweden has provided approximately SEK 103 billion ($9.5 billion) in military aid to Ukraine as of February 2026, including Archer artillery, CV90 vehicles, and air defence systems. Jonson framed Ukraine’s 110 brigades and innovative defence industry as an asset to the alliance. However, NATO membership faces resistance from Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, and the US."