European Union leaders have reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, but made no concrete pledge on how they will help the country amid ongoing tensions with Russia. During a meeting in Brussels, EU officials emphasized the need for defense spending and economic competitiveness, while also warning about potential future Russian aggression.
The EU’s Kallas called for more concrete steps to be taken to back Kyiv, but leaders stopped short of making any specific commitments. Hungary, however, was not mentioned as a supporter of Ukraine, sparking concerns about its alignment with Russia.
Leaders discussed various issues, including defense spending and economic competitiveness, but the focus remained on defending against potential Russian aggression. EU officials acknowledged that the situation in Ukraine remains complex and uncertain, requiring continued diplomatic efforts to support the country’s sovereignty.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/eu-leaders-stress-defence-economic-strength-amid-growing-uncertainty-2025-03-20