The US Department of State stated that Ukraine cannot join NATO at this time because it would put the United States in a direct war with Russia. Matthew Miller, the spokesperson, reaffirmed NATO's "Open Door" policy and that Ukraine will be invited when conditions are met.
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Ukraine cannot join NATO at this time because it would put the United States in a shooting war with Russia
NATO maintains its Open Door policy and Ukraine will become a member when conditions are met
Conditions for Ukraine's NATO accession include strengthening democracy and anti-corruption reform
US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller emphasized that NATO adheres to the 'open door' policy and Ukraine will be invited to join when conditions are met.
Miller stated it is inappropriate to admit Ukraine to NATO now because it would instantly draw the United States into a war with Russia.
Miller emphasized that abolition of MAP recognizes Ukraine's progress and conditions for accession include strengthening democracy and anti-corruption reform.
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