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We have to spend more, not only because the U.S. expects that … but also we have to spend more because we know the threat coming from Russia and from other adversaries is increasing,
It is crucial - we talk about Ukraine - that Ukraine is closely involved in everything happening about Ukraine,
Secretary General Mark Rutte told reporters at the doorstep of the defense ministers meeting in Brussels There can be no negotiation about Ukraine without Ukraine, and Ukraine’s voice must be at the heart of any talks,
We've seen the calls from President Trump overnight and we all want to see a durable peace and no return to conflict and aggression – and let's not forget, Russia remains a threat well beyond Ukraine
We want to end that war – that war is a disaster.
We agreed to work together, very closely, including visiting each other’s nations,
They are going above Zelensky’s head - the bastards are going to do this.”
Meanwhile, insiders at the Ministry of Defence are said to be furious, with a source at the department telling the BBC It is very clear to me that there must be no solution that does not also involve the U.S.,
The next task is to ensure that there is no imposed peace,
We’re asking for security on our money, ... They’ve agreed to it."
Mr Trump said, noting of Ukraine I am grateful to President Trump."
We'll continue to support Ukraine, and... the Prime Minister was very clear when he answered that question earlier today in the House,
It’s the Ukrainians that are doing the fighting. It’s for them to decide when to start talking and on what terms.”
John Healey, the British defence secretary, told Sky News If Ukraine is not in Nato, it means that Ukraine will build Nato on its territory,
Zelenskyy said in an interview with the Economist published on Wednesday I don’t have any European nations who are involved currently to read out for you.”
When asked if any European countries would be involved in peace talks, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said We have to be there. So there is no question about it. Otherwise this peace will not be long lasting,
It’s very natural that we’re engaged into the discussions,
Our shared objectives should be to put Ukraine in a position of strength. Ukraine and Europe must be part of any negotiations,
seven European countries and the European Commission said in a joint statement after a foreign ministers meeting in Paris We can easily brainstorm about the best way forward … but let’s not make him wiser than he is already,
Rutte told a news conference It is crucial that whatever comes out of those talks, it is durable, it is enduring,
Mr Rutte told reporters in Brussels ahead of talks with the alliance’s defence ministers
