In a recent statement, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his belief that Ukraine’s rightful place is within NATO. This sentiment was echoed by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, who noted that all NATO allies agree that Ukraine will eventually become a member of the alliance.

However, despite this consensus, there is pressure on NATO to provide a clear path for Ukraine’s membership. The Wall Street Journal reports that some NATO members are wary of admitting Ukraine, fearing it may provoke Russia and cause further tensions.

Meanwhile, in Norway, Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt has spoken out on the need to derisk ties with China, stating that while Norway does not want to decouple from China completely, it must take measures to safeguard its interests.

The question of how to balance international alliances and relationships with major global powers remains a pressing issue for many nations. As tensions continue to simmer between Ukraine and Russia, and between various countries and China, finding a cohesive and effective strategy for navigating these complex geopolitical relationships will only become more crucial.