‘Nobody wants a world war’: Zelensky explains why Ukraine cannot be a Nato member

Ukraine’s president Zelensky said he understands why Ukraine cannot be a Nato member during a press conference in the second day of the summit. ‘Nobody wants a World War’, he said answering one of the reporters’ quesitons. Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on Wednesday he looked forward to the day NATO would meet with Ukraine as an ally, reiterating Kyiv’s membership would be confirmed “when conditions are met“. Watch more videos on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: