Biden to meet leaders of Finland, Sweden to discuss NATO applications

• This transformation of Europe's security landscape was triggered by Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.

The big picture: Biden's meeting with Finland's President Sauli Niinistö and Sweden's Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson will take place at the White House, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement Tuesday.

• "The leaders will discuss Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO applications and European security, as well as strengthening our close partnerships across a range of global issues and support for Ukraine," Jean-Pierre said.

State of play: Finland's parliament on Tuesday overwhelmingly voted in favor of approving the country's bid to join the alliance, AP reported. The country is now expected to sign a formal application and file it to NATO headquarters in the next few days.

• Sweden signed a formal request to join NATO on Tuesday, per AP.

Go deeper: Why NATO formed and why Finland and Sweden want to join the alliance