EU LEADERS ISSUED A STATEMENT AT VERSAILLES INFORMAL SUMMIT OF 10-11 MARCH

USPA NEWS - European Leaders, of the 27 Members States, including, met, under the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union, at the informal Versailles Summit on 10 and 11 March, to discuss the Russian Military agression against Ukraine and consequences, in order to take more action to respond the Russian aggression, and addressing the European Union in terms of sovereignty, in terms of defense and independence of energy. The meeting was hosted by the French presidency and chaired by Charles Michel, President of the European Council. EU leaders, gathered in the most prestigious French Palace, Chateau de Versailles, (30 miles form Paris) and posh. While the EU Summit is held, in the luxurious Castle, the situation in Ukraine is getting worse and worse in terms of civil humans losses, dying under the bombs, and fleeing, for the women carrying there children and the elderly form Ukraine to the border European countries. At the same time, Vice President Kamala Harris, was traveling to Poland and Romania, praising these two countries as they welcomed the Ukrainian refugees in their homeland, and announced. Still very simultaneously, a round of talk and negotiation were held in Antalya

European Leaders, of the 27 Members States, including, met, under the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union, at the informal Versailles Summit on 10 and 11 March, to discuss the Russian Military agression against Ukraine and consequences, in order to take more action to respond the Russian aggression, and addressing the European Union in terms of sovereignty, in terms of defense and independence of energy. The meeting was hosted by the French presidency and chaired by Charles Michel, President of the European Council. EU leaders, gathered in the most prestigious French Palace, Chateau de Versailles, (30 miles form Paris) and posh. While the EU Summit is held, in the luxurious Castle, the situation in Ukraine is getting worse and worse in terms of civil humans losses, dying under the bombs, and fleeing, for the women carrying there children and the elderly form Ukraine to the border European countries. At the same time, Vice President Kamala Harris, was traveling to Poland and Romania, praising these two countries as they welcomed the Ukrainian refugees in their homeland, and announced. Still very simultaneously, a round of talk and negotiation were el in Antalya, Turkey between the Russian Minister of foreign Affairs, Lavrov and his counterpart Kubela, via a Turkish mediation, seeking to reach an agreement, or a cease fire…All that appeared the most is the unity of the 27 Members States of EU, as never before, facing the war in Ukraine. They also have discussed defense means to be implemented and the ways fo financing the investments to contribute to the EU’s independency, when it comes to food, oil, gaz, fossil energy, etc…

EUROPEAN UNION STATEMENT OVER ACTIONS AGAINST RUSSIA OVER UKRAINE'S INVASION "1. Two weeks ago Russia brought war back to Europe. Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified military aggression against Ukraine grossly violates international law and the principles of the UN Charter and undermines European and global security and stability. It is inflicting unspeakable suffering on the Ukrainian population. Russia, and its accomplice Belarus, bear full responsibility for this war of aggression and those responsible will be held to account for their crimes, including for indiscriminately targeting civilians and civilian objects. In this respect we welcome the decision of the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court to open an investigation. We call for the safety and security of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities to be ensured immediately with the assistance of the International Atomic Energy Agency. We demand that Russia ceases its military action and withdraws all forces and military equipment from the entire territory of Ukraine immediately and unconditionally, and fully respects Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence within its internationally recognised borders. 2. We commend the people of Ukraine for their courage in defending their country and our shared values of freedom and democracy. We will not leave them alone. The EU and its Member States will continue to provide coordinated political, financial, material and humanitarian support. We are committed to provide support for the reconstruction of a democratic Ukraine once the Russian onslaught has ceased. We are determined to increase even further our pressure on Russia and Belarus. We have adopted significant sanctions and remain ready to move quickly with further sanctions. 3. Countless people are fleeing the war in Ukraine. We offer temporary protection to all war refugees from Ukraine. We commend European countries, notably at the borders with Ukraine, for showing immense solidarity in hosting Ukrainian war refugees. The EU and its Member States will continue to show solidarity and provide humanitarian, medical and financial support to all refugees and the countries hosting them. We call for funds to be made available without delay through a swift adoption of the proposal on Cohesion’s Action for Refugees in Europe (CARE) and through ReactEU. We call on Russia to fully abide by its obligations under international humanitarian law. It must ensure safe and unhindered humanitarian access to the victims and internally displaced persons in Ukraine, and allow safe passage for those civilians who want to leave. 4. The European Council acknowledged the European aspirations and the European choice of Ukraine, as stated in the Association Agreement. On 28 February 2022, exercising the right of Ukraine to choose its own destiny, the President of Ukraine submitted the application of Ukraine to become a member of the European Union. The Council has acted swiftly and invited the Commission to submit its opinion on this application in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Treaties. Pending this and without delay, we will further strengthen our bonds and deepen our partnership to support Ukraine in pursuing its European path. Ukraine belongs to our European family. 5. The Council has invited the Commission to submit its opinions on the applications of the Republic of Moldova and Georgia. » Source : Elysee