EU defence ministers meet for talks on Ukraine – Europe live
Summary
EU defence ministers met in Brussels to discuss support for Ukraine and security challenges in Europe and the Middle East. The meeting happened after a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, announced by President Donald Trump, ended with new Russian attacks damaging energy facilities and homes in Ukraine.Key Facts
- The three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine ended with fresh Russian drone attacks.
- Russia launched over 200 attack drones causing damage to energy facilities, apartment buildings, and a kindergarten in Ukraine.
- At least one person was killed and others injured due to the attacks.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Ukraine will respond to the Russian strikes and called for continued sanctions against Russia.
- EU defence ministers discussed how to use a €90 billion loan to meet Ukraine’s urgent needs.
- Talks included ways to increase defence manufacturing within Europe.
- The meeting also covered security issues in the Middle East.
- Hungary’s new government was expected to be appointed during the same period, amid EU-wide security concerns.
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