EU Foreign Ministers Show Solidarity in Lviv, Ukraine on Europe Day 🇪🇺 🌟
Diplomats from the European Union travel to Lviv on Europe Day
On Europe Day, a powerhouse of 35 EU foreign ministers and diplomatic bigwigs touched down in the vibrant Ukrainian city of Lviv. This historic visit, amidst Russia's relentless assault, symbolizes unity and support for Ukraine. As Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal puts it after talks with the EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, "It feels damn good to know our European partners stand arm-in-arm with Ukraine on Europe Day."
During their discussions, critical topics like the situation on the battlefront and Ukraine's arms requirements were on the table. Shmyhal expressed heartfelt gratitude to the EU for providing a billion euros to kickstart Ukraine's arms industry.
Multiple sources confirm the delegation's visit includes high-profile guests like new German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. A solemn tribute was paid at the Lychakiv Cemetery, where the dignitaries laid a wreath to honor the Ukrainian lives lost amidst the Russian invasion of 2022. Together with the Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha, the EU ministers are expected to plan a meeting for EU foreign ministers and the core group behind a special tribunal aimed at prosecuting Russia's leadership.
On a related note, EU foreign ministers previously met in Warsaw for the Gymnich meeting in early May, laying the groundwork for stronger EU-UK relations, enhanced security cooperation, and reinforced support for Ukraine. They also discussed coordinating sanctions against Russia and cultivating harmonious EU-US relations. Lastly, while visiting Ukraine, the ministers did not announce any new significant gifts or commitments for direct support — but as the saying goes, good things come in time! 🕰️
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- The EU foreign ministers, during their discussions in Lviv, showed support for Ukraine's employment policy by committing a billion euros to kickstart Ukraine's arms industry.
- The community policy was also addressed as EU foreign ministers discussed strengthening EU-UK relations during their meetings in Warsaw and Lviv.
- Political dialogue between Ukraine and the EU was apparent, as they discussed coordinating sanctions against Russia and cultivating harmonious EU-US relations.
- In response to war-and-conflicts, the EU ministers, along with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha, are planning a meeting for EU foreign ministers and the core group behind a special tribunal aimed at prosecuting Russia's leadership, reminiscent of the Nuremberg Trials' impact.
