On Ukraine:

“We must keep pushing for solidarity with Ukraine – in political, economic, humanitarian and military terms. We need to keep explaining why it is existential for Europe to stand with Ukraine. Why the price of liberty is not too high. I am grateful for the unity around this table.”

“Peace must remain the ultimate goal and the EU is uniquely placed to help that. But in order for there to be peace there must be a Ukraine. And there will not be without our support.”

“We need to keep thinking of the next steps:

• The delivery and joint procurement of ammunition agreement represents a landmark moment – for Ukraine and Europe. The joint procurement brings us one-step further towards a more focused European defence and security policy.
• Ten packages of sanctions have hit Russia hard, they are necessary and proportionate. But we must close any remaining loopholes. Sanctions must be properly implemented and we must keep engaging with third countries to bring them on…