"Sweden's NATO Accession Approved by Hungary's Parliament"
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Hungary's parliament voted in favor of Sweden's NATO bid, clearing the final obstacle to the historic expansion of the military alliance. With Budapest onboard, Sweden is set to become NATO's 32nd member, strengthening the alliance's capabilities in the high north and the Baltic Sea. The ratification comes after months of obstruction and delays, and is seen as a response to Russia's aggression. The addition of Sweden and Finland will bolster NATO's position in the region, sending an important message to Moscow.
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