U.S., eight Northern Eurean nations discuss further support for Ukraine

The meeting took place in Stockhm, Ukrinform reports with reference to the U.S. Department of State.

"The United States and our Nordic and Baltic Allies discussed shared regional and global priorities, including continued support for Ukraine amidst Russia’s illegal war, preparations for the Washington NATO Summit, countering Russia’s malign activities across Allied territory, deepening coeration in the Indo-Pacific region," noted in the American diplomacy.

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In addition, issues of support for democratic aspirations and independence of the Republic of Belarus were put on the agenda.

The Stockhm meetings took place on May 20-21.

As reported, the Enhanced Partnership Dialogue in Northern Eure (EPINE) is a consultative forum that deepens transatlantic security. Over the past year, it has strengthened after the accession of Norway and Sweden to NATO.