Europe Must Take The Lead In Helping Ukraine — Budrys On Priorities Of Lithuania’s Council Of The EU Presidency
Expanding the European Union, comprehensive support for Ukraine, and strengthening transatlantic unity, security, and defense will be the main priorities for Lithuania during its presidency of the Council of the EU. This was stated by the country's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, UATV English reports. He emphasized that in today's reality, European states must take the initiative on key…
Lithuania's Foreign Minister, Kęstutis Budrys, outlined the key priorities for the Council of the EU presidency during Lithuania's term from January to June 2027. According to <source 04be9a6b-5be>, supporting Ukraine and bolstering transatlantic unity and security are among the main objectives. Budrys highlighted that European nations have a responsibility to take the lead on major geopolitical matters.
The presidency will focus on proactive assistance for Ukraine, imposing stringent sanctions on Russia and Belarus, and expediting Ukraine's and Moldova's integration into Europe.
Budrys expressed Lithuania's determination to lead, stating, "Europe faces a choice: react or lead. We choose to lead." The country remains committed to its core priorities: security, defense, transatlantic unity, EU expansion, and steadfast support for Ukraine. It is worth noting that Ireland currently holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union until the end of the year.
Additionally, the European Union is set to establish a council composed of former military and political figures from EU countries, the UK, and Ukraine to reconsider the continent's defense strategy in light of increasing military threats.
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