Swedish parliament approves NATO bill by 269 votes to 37

After the war between Russia and Ukraine, Sweden, which wanted to become a member of NATO, was vetoed by Türkiye. There were scandals one after the other, especially in Sweden, which made commitments to Türkiye in the fight against terrorism. After the process was suspended, some positive steps were taken with the negotiations.

The Swedish parliament has passed the bill allowing the country to become a member of NATO. NATO membership was approved by 269 votes to 37 in the parliamentary vote today.

The Left Party and the Greens Environment Party voted against NATO membership.

SWEDEN NEEDS TURKIYE'S APPROVAL

In order for Sweden to become a NATO member, it needs the approval of Türkiye and Hungary. Currently, 28 NATO countries have accepted the NATO membership of Finland and Sweden.

'THE MOST SERIOUS SITUATION IN TERMS OF SECURITY'

Foreign Minister Tobias Billström described the parliamentary vote as a "historic event" and said, "Sweden is in the most serious situation in terms of security after the Second World War. NATO membership is an important part of ensuring Sweden's security and strengthening the security of the entire Europe, Atlantic region and in solidarity." It's the best way to contribute."

Billström added: "Sweden has unique capabilities to contribute to NATO in areas such as cyber attacks, new technology and space studies. Sweden will be a reliable ally."

Defense Minister Pal Jonson also said they are working hard to integrate Sweden militarily into NATO.

Defending that Sweden's NATO membership will make a great contribution to Europe, Jonson said, "Sweden's NATO membership is a historical event that will have security, defense and political consequences in the world."

(AA)