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Any real peace must be built on the principle of ‘nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine’,
Metsola also stressed
If anyone in Europe thinks they can sell Moscow Ukraine or any other country like the Baltic states or the Balkans, Georgia, Moldova, and gain something in return, let them remember this simple truth: No one can enjoy calm water amid a storm.”
He added
Do not forget how much Europe is capable of achieving. And if we could stop Europe’s way of life from falling down, we can surely push Russia towards a just peace,
he saidThere is a big common worry over the security situation in Europe and above all the situation in Ukraine,
said Germany's foreign ministry spokesperson Kathrin Deschauer ahead of the talks
I note with gratitude in this context the readiness of the largest EU countries to take on the burden of military and financial support for Ukraine in the face of a possible reduction in US involvement,
Sikorski saidScenarios for resolving the conflict and ending Russia’s aggression should be developed in close cooperation with the Ukrainian authorities,
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Putin remains smaller than the united states of Europe. I urge you not to forget this, and do not forget how much Europe is capable of achieving,
Zelenskyy told lawmakers
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We will continue to stand with Ukraine today, tomorrow and every day for as long as it takes,
EU parliament chief Roberta Metsola said introducing ZelenskyyPutin is focused on winning this war, he will not stop on his own. The more time he has, the worse the conditions become. Every day is the best moment to push Russia harder,
the Ukrainian leader saidWe have accomplished much, but we must not fear doing even more now,
Zelenskyy told lawmakers, receiving a standing ovationWe must do everything to end this war – fairly, justly and, of course, together. A thousand days of war is a tremendous challenge. Ukraine deserves to make the next year the year of peace,
he told the European Parliament in a live video address
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Today, in particular, there has been no position on this. Each country makes its own decision,
Borrell said after the ministerial meeting
Putin is playing with our fear,
Baerbock said
It is clear that without certain key factors, Russia will lack real motivation to engage in meaningful negotiations: without fires at its ammunition depots on Russian territory, without disrupted military logistics, without destroyed Russian airbases, without its capabilities to produce missiles and drones being eliminated, and without its assets being confiscated,
said Ukrainian president Volodymyr ZelenskiyObserving no changes to Russia’s nuclear posture, we have not seen any reason to adjust our own nuclear posture or doctrine in response to Russia’s statements today,
the White House national security council said, while condemning “more of the same irresponsible rhetoric from Russia.”
The fact that multiple Atacms were used last night against the Bryansk region signals that they want escalation. You see, it is impossible to use these high-tech missiles without the Americans,
said Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov, claimingGermany in particular made the mistake back then ... of allowing itself to be intimidated by this fear and, above all, not listening to its partners, especially our eastern European partners, who made it clear at the time: we must not rely on promises from the Kremlin. We must invest in our own security and protection,
she saidRussia must show willingness to negotiate with Ukraine—with the aim of achieving a just and lasting peace,
Scholz said following the call
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Germany may be looking for opportunities, as the German press indicates, to reach some agreement with Russia in order to return to energy contracts and to be able to buy energy resources from Russia again,
Duda saidThis decision was very necessary ... Russia sees that Ukraine enjoys strong support and that the West's position is unyielding and determined. It's a very important, potentially decisive moment in this war,
Duda told journalists