(CNN)European and US officials have said thatFinland and Swedenwill join NATOin Turkey. We don't expect concerns to be eased earlier. At this week'sAlliance Summit, US and European officials told CNN.
However, some officials believe that Turkey may be aiming for the summit as the final place to reach an agreement that could move the process forward.
"My best prediction based on what I've seen is to do this in Madrid. If they're also going to make concessions to do it at the leader level, they're always I like it. I believe it will enhance its position. " "It is Turkey's standard operating procedure to not give concessions until the last moment possible, and that last possible moment is usually bilateral with the President of the United States, followed by a summit. However, Turkish authorities have stated that there is no "limited schedule" for negotiations, and some US and Europe are preparing Turkey to reach an agreement in Spain. I'm not sure it's done.
White House officials were cautious about whether US President Joe Biden and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan would meet in Spain. However, one familiar with the matter said he may not be able to be promoted to a formal bilateral conference, but at some point expects men to talk about the accession process.
U.S. officials are cautious about inserting Biden directly into the debate, and if the U.S. is very closely involved, stakes can rise and Erdogan's demands can escalate. I am aware that I have sex. The priest Erdogan has accused him of organizing a 2015 coup attempt.
As negotiations lasted for more than a month, U.S. and European officials wondered how Turkey initially wanted to be a swift entry into the defense alliance between the two countries. I am quietly complaining. Some officials are now worried that Turkey may want more in terms of concessions than it has publicly stated.
"What else could we start to push forward because of concerns about delays and Turkey's awareness of current leverage," said a second European official. ..
The lack of progress between the two late-participating countries will put dampers in a hot rally where leaders are looking for ways to strengthen their defense and military alliance. Over the last few weeks, authorities have expressed their desire to challenge themselves in the rear-view mirror by the time of the meeting in Spain.
At some point, officials personally stated that they wanted the Madrid Summit to serve as a welcome party for the latest two members of the alliance. It would have sent Russia a clear message about NATO's growing ability.
"My intention is to do this before the NATO summit," said NATO Secretary-General Jens Stortenberg, standing next to Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He described the process of getting Finland and Sweden to join NATO. this month. "At the same time, I know that 30 allies need to agree to make progress."
Last week Turkey met with officials from both countries and NATO. There was no breakthrough after the meeting.
Meanwhile, with the ongoing war in Ukraine, Turkey is also involved in direct negotiations with Russia, which is enthusiastic about the need to take Ukrainian grain out of the country, which is enthusiastic about NATO expansion. increase.
