NATO leaders concluded a three-day summit commemorating the alliance's 75th anniversary with a strong commitment to Ukraine's security and a firm condemnation of nations enabling Russia in its war against Ukraine. In their final summit statement, NATO allies declared Russia as the most significant and direct threat to their security, emphasizing the need to ensure Ukraine's victory against the invader.

As part of the long-term commitments made during the summit, NATO agreed to provide Ukraine with a pledge of approximately $43 billion annually for security assistance. In addition, a new military command, NATO Security Assistance and Training Ukraine (NSATU), was established to coordinate the provision of military equipment and training for Ukraine.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg announced that NATO allies would contribute training, equipment, and other support for Ukraine's war effort through a command center in Wiesbaden, Germany, and logistic hubs located in the eastern part of the alliance. Immediate military aid was also promised, including critical air defense weapons.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics highlighted the message of unity sent to Russia during the summit, stating that despite Russia's attempts to break their unity, NATO remains united. Defense spending is increasing among NATO members, and additional troops and necessary assets for air defense and protection will be provided to countries bordering Russia.

Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General Rose Gottemoeller emphasized that NATO's firm support for Ukraine sends a strong message to those concerned about Russian aggression. It demonstrates NATO's commitment to preventing similar examples of autocracy in other parts of the world.

The summit also shed light on the involvement of other nations in enabling Russia's war against Ukraine. NATO allies pointed out that North Korea and Iran are providing direct military support in the form of ammunition and drones, fueling Russia's war effort. China, meanwhile, was called out as a "decisive enabler" through its extensive support of Russia's defense industrial base.

The NATO allies urged China to end its support for Russia, highlighting that China's facilitation of the largest war in recent European history would have negative consequences for its reputation and interests. China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian, dismissed NATO's claims, stating that China's trade with Russia adheres to World Trade Organization rules.

The NATO summit concluded with a strong commitment to Ukraine's security and a united front against the threat posed by Russia. The alliances' condemnation of nations enabling Russia in its war against Ukraine aims to deter further aggression and promote global security and stability.