In an interview with TASS, he noted that the previously neutral status of both countries did not prevent them from moving closer to the European Union in order to become its members later.
“If you look at the situation from the point of view of the fundamental interests of the peoples living in the north of Europe, the current situation must be preserved.
Otherwise, this will seriously worsen the situation in the military sphere and lead to the most undesirable consequences that must be avoided, ”said Grushko.
Earlier, the Kremlin said that NATO expansion will not bring additional security to Europe.
Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev said that Russia would have to strengthen the borders if Sweden and Finland join NATO.