“Ukraine is currently reaching Euro-Atlantic principles and standards in order to meet expectation of its citizens. The reform process is essential to the future of Ukraine, security and prosperity of your country and to advance your aspiration towards future NATO membership,” Stoltenberg said.

“NATO supports Ukraine politically and practically, helping to strengthen Ukraine’s defence institutions and the Armed Forces,” he added.

The NATO Secretary General speaking at a session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine that NATO supported Ukraine because we share the same values – love for freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law.