At the same time , Congressmen say in that letter that the United States and their allies have reached a critical point , while the need to take measures to ensure the relevance and continuity of NATO . They also expressed about recent developments in Ukraine , while highlighting their concerns , saying that the case of Ukraine - where anti-government protests continued for several months , in favor of integration in the European Union - " marks a setback to democratic developments in Europe and can provide the opportunity for countries of that region pressured by external forces , which try to divide and undermine the continent anew vision of a Europe whole, free and at peace . " in their letter , U.S. Congressmen say they are ready to work with the Secretary of State to promote membership of Montenegro and Macedonia into NATO . " Moreover ," U.S. lawmakers emphasize again led the U.S. top diplomat , " we want to work with you to ensure that other countries in the region such as Kosovo , of seeking closer ties with Euro - Atlantic institutions , have open a clear path , toward integration into the NATO Alliance . "
Congressman Eliot Engel also signed a letter drafted by Rep. Michael Turner along with 40 other legislators , representatives of the two major U.S. political parties sent Mr John Kerry , in support of expanding NATO membership . Mr. Engel said a comment on its website that it " supports the call expressed in his letter to Mr. Kerry , the United States along with NATO to ensure that Kosovo be offered a place in the Partnership peace , which already received all of its neighbors , which is so important in creating our vision of a Europe whole, free and at peace , " said the Congressman Engel .