US Ambassador Nikki Haley says the United States is ready to improve ties with Russia but will not compromise on its support for NATO and the European Union.
Haley tells a Security Council debate on conflicts in Europe that “Russia’s attempts to destabilize Ukraine” are among the most serious challenges facing the continent.
“The United States thinks it’s possible to have a better relationship with Russia – after all, we confront many of the same threats,” Haley says.
“But greater cooperation with Russia cannot come at the expense of the security of our European friends and allies.”
The remarks come as European governments are seeking reassurance after US President Donald Trump applauded Britain’s decision to leave the European Union, criticized NATO members over burden-sharing and praised Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Haley says the United States is committed to “the institutions that keep Europe safe” and that it “will not waver” in its support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
The United States wants to deepen cooperation within NATO while “keeping the door open to new allies,” she says.
US United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley speaks at the Security Council meeting on February 21, 2017 at UN Headquarters in New York. (AFP PHOTO / KENA BETANCUR)
— AFP
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