News Is this a stronger NATO? Sweden and Finland’s securing alliance Published 4 years ago on May 18, 2022 By Costa Haritos Sweden and Finland are seeking to join NATO, in a move supported by existing members If their bid is successful, it will bring the alliance’s membership to 32. While Russia strongly opposes the move, there are members within NATO’s own ranks that have raised concerns. Turkey has threatened to block Sweden and Finland from joining the NATO alliance. Elina Valtonen is a Member of Parliament in Finland, she told Ticker News that her country has been reassured. See more#BREAKING: Member of Finland's Parliament @elinavaltonen says #Finland is ready and capable to defend itself against Russia, should Kremlin become aggressive over NATO membership. pic.twitter.com/QPLocAe7PT— TICKER NEWS (@tickerNEWSco) May 17, 2022 Both Sweden and Finland are on the cusp of joining NATO, but Finland shares a direct border with Russia, therefore its decision to join the military alliance is significant. Related Topics:FeaturedNATOPoliticstrending Trending Now News2 days ago Russia launches missile attack on Kyiv, casualties reported Shows2 days ago Identifying future property growth hotspots is essential Leaders5 days ago Data centers evolving for AI growth and sustainability Leaders5 days ago AI’s data centre boom is rewriting global infrastructure Shows2 days ago Vienna’s film industry thrives with HQ7 Studios’ expansion News21 hours ago U.S. sinks Iranian ships as tensions escalate further