Von der Leyen defends Ukraine and attacks Putin: his words

Hard words to Putin and Russiadefined a “rogue“On the borders, and of which Europe must also change”, to adapt to the new reality. “Our task here in Munich is not only to describe this year’s geopolitical panorama”, explained Von der Leyen, ” but Model itin order to ensure that our transatlantic values ​​Durine and that ours interests they are defended“.

“Since there is a clear attempt by some to build spheres of flu. Contrasting visions of the world order are leading to a more transactional approach in global affairs “, he added,” and Europe must change to thrive in this new reality. We must be intelligent. We must be lucid on what awaits us, from one Russia Canaglia at our borders To the challenges to our sovereignty and our safety. And we should not underestimate the disruptive potential of a tense competition or even a bipolar conflict between China and the United States. It can be uncomfortable to listen to, but it’s time to speak clearly. ”

Fundamental to invest in defense: “The European Union can support Member States regarding investments in defense and safety. I would therefore like the Member States to significantly increase the expense for the defense, “said the president of the Commission,” we will present a large Package of measures adequate to the specific budget situation of each Member State. Secondly, a European approach needs a large defense package. I am referring to European priorities shared. Investments are urgently necessary in the defense sector of common European interest. We must also accelerate the process of adhesion of Ukraine“.

“And ‘Ukrainian failed would weaken Europebut it would also weaken the United States“, Von der Leyen stressed. If Kiev ended up submitting to the Russians, such a result of the war would intensify the challenges in the indopopious and would threaten our shared interests. Because what we have seen is that the authoritarian of this world are observing carefully, to see if you stay unpunished
when it invades one’s neighbor and the international borders are violated, or if there is a real deterrent “.

“They are observing very carefully which actions we choose to undertake,” he continued, “and that’s why it is so important to get a result: theUkraine needs peace through strength. Europe wants peace through strength. And President Trump clarified that the United States are firmly committed to promoting peace through strength. So I believe that, working together, we can guarantee that right and lasting peace “.

As Volodymyr said Zelensky “From the beginning Ukraine wants peace more than anyone else, a right and lasting peace, so that the orror Of the last three years they never repeat themselves again. On the other hand, President Vladimir Putin He says he is willing to a meeting, butunder what conditions? It is up to him to demonstrate that his interest is not to extend this war. It is up to him to show that he has renounced his ambition to destroy Ukraine“Von der Leyen concluded.