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Von der Leyen: Ukraine's EU Accession Ensures Prosperity and Security

Published December 30, 2025, 15:02
Von der Leyen: Ukraine's EU Accession Ensures Prosperity and Security

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen underscored the strategic importance of Ukraine's European perspective following a video conference with European leaders on peace negotiations. Ukraine's accession to the EU is considered not only a lever for prosperity but also a fundamental guarantee of security for all of Europe. The video conference, organized by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, aimed to coordinate leaders on developments in the talks on Ukraine. Chancellor Merz stressed the need for transparency and honesty from all parties, including Russia. The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, thanked Chancellor Merz for the initiative and emphasized the unity of European leaders in their determination to intensify efforts for a just and sustainable peace. Von der Leyen stated that the prosperity of a free Ukraine is inextricably linked to its accession to the EU. The President of the Commission mentioned that the enlargement of the EU benefits all of Europe, as well as the countries that join, and that Ukraine's accession is a critical security guarantee for the continent.