Most nato leaders have welcomed the Sweden and FinlandĀ applications with open arms. In contrast with many recent members the most recent being Montenegro and North Macedonia the Nordic applicants would bring advanced military capabilities to the alliance and help to strengthen its northern flank. And by abandoning their tradition of non-alignment, their decision to join nato is a stinging rebuke to Russia and its war of aggression against Ukraine. Why do you think that the Two applicants should not Join NATO?

