EU ready to join in providing security guarantees to Ukraine – European Council meeting
European Union leaders have stated their readiness to provide Ukraine with security guarantees that ensure Kyiv's long-term ability to deter aggression.
European leaders have urged all nations to cease providing aid to Russia in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. During a European Council meeting on October 15-16 in Brussels, the body reiterated its demand for an immediate halt to all assistance, both direct and indirect, to Russia, including the export of dual-use goods and components.
The European Council expressed strong disapproval of the DPRK's participation in the war against Ukraine, as well as the military support provided by Iran, Belarus, and the DPRK. The leaders emphasized the EU's commitment to holding individuals accountable for war crimes and serious crimes committed during Russia's aggression against Ukraine, supporting the International Claims Commission for Ukraine and the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
Additionally, the council called upon Russia and Belarus to ensure the safe and voluntary return of Ukrainian children and civilians who have been unlawfully deported. The European Council also recognized the importance of extending temporary protection for displaced Ukrainians until March 2028, and pledged to continue supporting Ukraine's reconstruction efforts in collaboration with international partners, including demining assistance and psychological rehabilitation programs.
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