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<p>The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty has made a valuable contribution
to Euro-Atlantic security for over 30 years. The Treaty eliminates Russian and US
ground-launched missiles with ranges from 500 km to 5,500 km. Neither the US nor Russia
has said that they wish to denounce the Treaty, or what they would do if it were no
longer in force. We welcome efforts by the US and other NATO Allies to preserve the
Treaty.</p><p>We have discussed the Treaty with our NATO Allies on many occasions
at both Ministerial and official level. The Treaty remains important for security
in Europe. NATO has urged Russia to resolve serious concerns about its compliance
with the Treaty. NATO remains the world's largest military alliance, and we remain
completely confident in its ability to deter and defend against, all threats.</p>
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