Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:17am on 27 Feb 2024,Tuesday International
Sweden's parliament approved joining NATO, ending 200 years of neutrality. Hungary's vote cleared the final hurdle, with pressure from NATO allies and a visit by Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson. The move follows an arms deal between Hungary and Sweden. White House supports Sweden's accession. Russia's invasion of Ukraine spurred Sweden's security policy shift. Sweden's entry into NATO, along with Finland, expands the alliance and strengthens defense planning in Northern Europe. Sweden gains security and NATO gains a serious and capable member.
