The NATO chief stated an finish to the battle in Ukraine could be achieved solely on the negotiating desk. “To finish this conflict, there must be once more dialogue with Russia at a sure stage. But it must be based mostly on Ukrainian energy,” he was quoted as saying.
Stoltenberg, a former Norwegian prime minister who has been head of the navy alliance since 2014, will step down in October and be succeeded by former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte.
In the interview, Stoltenberg declined to substantiate that he would take over as head of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) after leaving NATO. He stated he had “many choices” and would reside in Oslo. POLITICO reported on Thursday that Stoltenberg will develop into the brand new MSC chairman, citing an individual conversant in the matter. POLITICO is a media accomplice of the MSC.