UK’s Johnson Signs Security Assurances With Sweden, Finland

UK’s Johnson Signs Security Assurances With Sweden, Finland
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Sweden's Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson exchange documents as they sign a declaration of political solidarity at the Swedish Prime Minister's summer residence in Harpsund, Sweden, on May 11, 2022. Jonathan Nackstrand /AFP via Getty Images
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pledged to support both Sweden and Finland should they come under attack, as he visits the two countries to sign historic declarations of security assurance.

Both countries are considering the prospect of joining the NATO military alliance following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Moscow has warned that the countries would face “serious military and political repercussions” if they joined.