Top European leaders vow ‘strong’ support for Ukraine ahead of NATO summit
Summary
Top European leaders met in Berlin to promise strong support for Ukraine ahead of the NATO summit in July. They want to increase defense aid and economic pressure on Russia and work closely with the United States and Turkey.Key Facts
- Leaders from Germany, Britain, France, Italy, and Poland held talks in Berlin as the European Group of Five (E5).
- They pledged to support Ukraine’s defense against Russian attacks through sanctions and help for Ukraine’s energy sector.
- The NATO summit will be held in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7-8, with 32 countries attending, including President Donald Trump.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the meeting was meant to send a clear message to Russia and show European unity.
- European leaders plan to increase their defense spending to support Ukraine.
- They also discussed a possible NATO military mission in the Strait of Hormuz, pending agreements between the US and Iran.
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was praised for his cooperation and leadership over the last two years.
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