🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen · 3 sources
Ursula von der Leyen says Europes inclusion in Ukraine peace talks is
What happened
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Europe's inclusion in ongoing Ukraine peace negotiations is "self-explanatory" to protect the bloc's security interests. The European Commission is preparing a 22nd sanctions package against Russia and a 2027 financing plan for Kyiv. The announcement comes ahead of the Informal European Council summit in Dublin.
Why it matters
The inclusion of Europe in peace talks is significant as it allows European leaders to have a direct voice at the negotiating table, ensuring Ukraine negotiates from a position of strength.
Key facts
- Europe's inclusion in peace talks is stated to be "self-explanatory" by Ursula von der Leyen.
- The European Commission is preparing a 22nd sanctions package against Russia.
- The European Commission will unveil a 2027 financing plan for Kyiv.
Official statement
“We will also discuss the peace talks. I welcome the exchange of prisoners, and I think it is self-explanatory that Europe is included in the peace talks to safeguard our interests, but also to support Ukraine,”
🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen · Full statement & source
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