Ukraine is on an “irreversible path” toward joining the Alliance. However, the ongoing war on its territory remains the main obstacle, states NATO Parliamentary Assembly President Gerry Connolly. “I believe we need to resolve this. We must restore Ukraine’s sovereignty over its territories and then ensure a clear path to NATO,” emphasized Connolly. He also noted that both NATO and the US government support Ukraine’s aspirations for membership. “NATO has made it very clear, as has the government of my country, the US — we welcome the idea of Ukraine joining NATO. It is what we call an “irrevers…