“Every time peace approaches, escalation comes from Moscownew attack: for Russia, Ukraine is just one step in a broader plan. But for us, what is meant is the guarantee of a strong security structure for the whole of a strong Europe, for a strong NATO”. This was said by the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, speaking at the Strasbourg plenary session regarding Europe’s position on the peace plan in Ukraine. “A just and lasting peace is what we all want, which is why we support it together”.
Opening her speech, von der Leyen paying tribute to Amelka, the child of the Ternopil victim. “Ternopil, a city closer to Poland than Kiev, was bombed by drones and chaos reigned. More than 30 people died, including women and children like Amelka, a second grader who died in her mother’s arms. I want to start by paying tribute to the victims of Ternopil and all of Ukraine,” he said.
“There is nothing about Ukraine without Ukrainenothing about Europe without Europe, nothing about NATO, without NATO”, he added. “There are thousands of mothers and fathers waiting for their children: Europe will do everything to make this happen”.
“Our priority is that the agreement must guarantee a just and lasting peace, no limits on Ukraine’s armed forces: Ukraine’s security is our security,” he said. “The second priority is guaranteeing Ukraine’s sovereignty. There is no possibility of forced border changes. We can’t just give it away. The third priority is to ensure that Ukraine can defend itself and therefore has the necessary financial instruments.”
“We welcome the efforts led by President Trump. After months of discussions, it is important that work on the text has actually begun. Of course we all know that further efforts are needed. But I am confident that, thanks to the efforts made by Ukraine, the United States and we Europeans over the past few days in Geneva, we now have a starting point,” added von der Leyen. “A united front, a single voice and common goals must continue to guide efforts at the European level,” she added.
“The days ahead are full of danger, first of all for the Ukrainian people, who continue to suffer from a daily barrage of attacks. Yes, the situation is complicated. Yes, the situation is unstable. Yes, the situation is dangerous. But I think there is also an opportunity to make real progress.” he said. “So far, we have seen no signs of a real desire from Russia to end this conflict. So we must keep up the pressure. And it is our duty to engage in all efforts that can lead to a just and lasting peace. We know that this will not be easy. But we must find a way forward. Find a way to stop the killing. Help Ukraine rebuild. Bring back children and reunite families. Guarantee lasting security for Ukraine and our continent as a whole. And most importantly, realize a better future – a European future – for Ukraine,” concluded them. President.
Rutte, the war could end in 2025
The war in Ukraine could end by the end of 2025. But the end of the war and any “peace plan” will not change the fact that Russia will continue to pose a major threat to Europe. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated this in an interview with Pais.
Rutte noted that the war in Ukraine could end by the end of 2025 and he wanted to “do everything we can” to help US President Donald Trump “make peace in Ukraine.” “I completely share Trump’s vision: this carnage must stop,” he said.
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