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We decided to grant EU candidate status to Ukraine.
Ukraine is the EU. And the EU is Ukraine.
I have one dream. I dream that one day a Ukrainian will hold my job as President of the European Council. Or as President of the European Parliament. Or President of the Commission.
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Churchill used freedom and hope as a weapon to defeat the Nazis.
Mandela used his prison cell as a symbol of spiritual liberty to transform his country.
Today @ZelenskyyUa embodies 🇺🇦’s spirit of national resistance.
You will win because of this spirit & because you are not alone
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@ZelenskyyUa I am absolutely convinced that a brighter future awaits you all. A future within the EU. A future with peace, with prosperity.
There can be no independent and safe Europe without an independent and safe Ukraine.
There can be no free Europe without a free Ukraine.
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To the Iranian people: we are hearing you.
The EU will continue to support your aspiration for freedom and dignity.
The fourth package of sanctions adopted today is a clear message that we will not stand idle to violations of human rights in #Iran.
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Ukraine needs more weapons to push back Russia’s aggression.
Pleased the Foreign Affairs Council has approved another €500 million - the 7th tranche under the European Peace Facility.
The EU’s overall military support to 🇺🇦 now totals over €11.5 bn
@ZelenskyyUa @JosepBorrellF
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The 🇪🇺EU and 🇨🇴Colombia are leaders in fighting climate change. @petrogustavo, your agenda for peace and stability merits our full support. The EU is on your side. #CELAC
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La 🇪🇺UE y 🇨🇴Colombia son líderes en la lucha contra el cambio climático. @petrogustavo, su agenda por la paz y la estabilidad merece todo nuestro apoyo.
La UE está de su lado. #CELAC
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Back in Kyiv for the EU-#Ukraine Summit with @ZelenskyyUa @vonderleyen and @JosepBorrellF
There will be no let up in our resolve.
We will also support you every step of the way on your journey to the EU.
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@vonderleyen @ZelenskyyUa The European Union will support you in every way we can.
For as long as it takes.
We are family.
@ZelenskyyUa #EUUkraine
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The Ukrainian people have made a clear choice for freedom, democracy, and rule of law. And we in the EU have also made a clear decision.
Your future is with us. Your destiny is our destiny.
That’s why we are here today. Standing by your side.
@ZelenskyyUa #EUUkraine
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Deeply saddened to hear this morning about the devastating earthquake hitting parts of Türkiye and Syria.
My deepest condolences to the many families that lost lives and wishing a fast recovery of the injured.
The EU stands in full solidarity with you.
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Welcome home, welcome to the EU @ZelenskyyUa.
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A minute of silence for the people of Türkiye and Syria.
Our thoughts continue to be with the families who have lost loved ones and those still awaiting news.
The EU stands in full solidarity.
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It’s time to be firm, clear, and give #Ukraine our utmost support. First on the military front: munitions, artillery, vehicles, defence systems.
These are the needs we must respond to now.
Words are important, but not enough.
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@ZelenskyyUa Ukraine’s destiny is in the European Union.
And we will support you every step of the way, dear Volodymyr @ZelenskyyUa
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Russia’s indiscriminate attacks on Ukrainian cities are war crimes.
This terror tactic will not deter Ukraine or its partners.
The EU and it’s member states stand by Ukraine and all Ukrainians. And will further speed up the provision of military equipment, including air defence.
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One year after Russia started its war of aggression, EU’s resolve remains unwavering. We'll make sure that 🇺🇦 prevails.
That its territorial integrity is restored, that the country will be rebuilt & justice will be done.
Until that day, we will not rest.
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Today is a dark anniversary. For Ukraine. For Europe. And for the world.
For one year, Russia has waged war against Ukraine.
And for one year, Ukraine has fought back with courage.
A free and independent Ukraine is a free and independent Europe. Ukraine will prevail.
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The EU 27 have now adopted a 10th sanctions package.
We will not rest in supporting Ukraine, crippling Russia’s war machine and targeting those associated to it.
And we are taking steps against those who attempt to circumvent EU measures.
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My thoughts are with the people of Greece this morning.
Συγκλονισμένος από τα νέα και τις εικόνες της σύγκρουσης των δύο τραίνων στα Τέμπη.
Συλλυπητήρια στις οικογένειες των θυμάτων. Κουράγιο και δύναμη στα σωστικά συνεργεία που συνεχίζουν το δύσκολο έργο τους.
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On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate the unique contributions women make to our societies.
We stand with all the brave women fighting for their freedom — in Ukraine, Iran, Afghanistan, and around the world.
Their voices must be heard.
#IWD2023
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Strongly concerned about developments in Georgia.
Right to peaceful protest is at the core of any democracy.
Adoption of this “foreign influence” law is not compatible with the EU path which majority in 🇬🇪 wants.
Commitment to rule of law and human values is key to EU project.