Obama to Host NATO Chief Stoltenberg in April

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — President Barack Obama will discuss with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg during his visit to the White House on April 4, the US–led coalition’s progress in its anti-Islamic State (ISIL or Daesh) campaign and Europe’s migrant crisis, the White House announced in a statemen.

"President Obama will host NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the White House on April 4, 2016, the White House said on Friday. "The President looks forward to discussing with Secretary General Stoltenberg the progress Allies are making in the international effort to degrade and destroy ISIL, as well as the important role NATO is playing in alleviating the refugee and migrant crisis spurred in part by the terrorist group."

The White House said that Obama would also reiterate that Washington stands with NATO following the deadly terrorist attacks in Belgium.

"The leaders will also discuss preparations for the July 8-9, 2016 NATO Summit in Warsaw, Poland, including Allied efforts to reinforce deterrence in Europe, address instability on Europe’s periphery, and strengthen NATO’s base of capabilities and partnerships," the White House announced in a statement on Friday.