Stoltenberg attended the premiere along with Danish Prime MinisterMette Frederiksen, an indication of the importance of the occasion.
But just last month, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ruled out offering NATO membership to Ukraine.
Journalist Adam Holm, who moderated the Q&A, asked Stoltenberg about that vital issue.
Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and Danish Prime Minister Mette FrederiksenCourtesy of Francesco Martello
To general astonishment, Pres.
Trump in February blamed Ukraine for its own invasion.
Prime Minister Frederiksen could hardly have articulated a position on Ukraine and Russia more diametrically opposed to Trumps.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg (right) speaks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in ‘Facing War’CPH:DOX
We have to be very clear that this war has never been about Ukraine.
Its the biggest mistake that some have put on the table, that this is about Ukraine.
And there can only be one answer to that question: Of course, absolutely, no.
On Tuesday, Pres.
Thats the result of the phone call [Tuesday].
And thats not where we are at the moment.
The moderator concluded by asking Stoltenberg about the diplomatic key to unlock Putins iron stand.
Its strength, Stoltenberg answered.
Its not either or.
That will not bring peace.
Thats occupation, Stoltenberg reasoned.
And the only way to get there is to arm the Ukrainians.
So, the path to peace is weapons to Ukraine.
Thats the reason why this film is important.
