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Russia is using cold as a weapon of war.

But Ukraine's resistance is remarkable.

And Europe's solidarity remains as strong as ever.

We are rebuilding Ukraine's energy grid and improving its protection.

We are supporting Ukraine through this winter.

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From hybrid threats to demographic pressure and economic impact.

Our Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine are facing a multitude of challenges.

We must support these regions and show our solidarity.

Because our security lies in their strength, resilience and stability.

With today's Eastern border regions strategy, we're strengthening their security, while boosting growth and regional prosperity.

To protect those who protect us.
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Five European nations have determined that Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny.

This was a cowardly act from a frightened leader.

Russia has long acted as a terrorist state, relying on terrorist methods.

Poisoning political opponents.
Silencing journalists.
Invading peaceful neighbours.

This is the true face of Russia today.

We honour the memory of Alexei Navalny and of all those whom Putin’s Russia has violently silenced over the years
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We value our longstanding good cooperation with the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, I told @IKRPresident in the margins of MSC.

We welcome your efforts on de-escalation in Northeast Syria, dialogue and humanitarian passage.
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Good meeting with @LindseyGrahamSC and a bipartisan delegation of US Senators.

Now is the time to raise the costs of Russia’s war higher than ever.

To bring Putin to the negotiating table with genuine intent.

Sanctions work.

And they work best when coordinated.

Europe’s 20th package of sanctions package will further tighten the pressure through measures on energy, financial services, and trade, and by cracking down on sanctions circumvention.

We propos...
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Always great to meet @jonasgahrstore

Challenging times are faced by partners together.

This is why we need the EU-Norway partnership to grow stronger than ever.

We are now deepening our cooperation on the Arctic and Arctic security, both bilaterally and as partners in NATO.

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Europe and the UK should come closer together – on security, on economy or on defending our democracies.

Ten years on from Brexit, our futures are as bound as ever.

So, it is in our common interest to be ambitious about our partnership.
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A strong Europe steps up, takes on its responsibility.

And brings its mutual defence clause to life.

This is Europe’s meaning.

But this commitment only carries weight if it is built on trust and capability.

This is why we must be collectively ready. https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1RDGlAApLOMJL

A strong Europe steps up, takes on its responsibility.

And brings its mutual defence clause to life.

This is Europe’s meaning.

But this commitment only carries we...
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Very good meeting with Dr. Sultan Al Jaber.

We appreciate the United Arab Emirates’ engagement in hosting peace talks and supporting the reconstruction of Ukraine.

We also discussed our bilateral relationship, which we are ready to take to the next level, especially by advancing our free trade negotiations.

We both have much to gain.
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Good meeting with @Keir_Starmer in Munich.

Europe and the UK share similar challenges - from intense geoconomic rivalries to threats to our security.

it is natural that we work closer to protect our people and common interests.

We had a successful summit last year - let's keep the momentum and deliver at the next one.

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Just arrived in Paris for crucial talks.

Europe’s security is at a turning point.

Yes, it is about Ukraine—but it is also about us.

We need an urgency mindset.

We need a surge in defense.

And we need both of them now.
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Today in Paris we reaffirmed that Ukraine deserves peace through strength.

Peace respectful of its independance, sovereignty, territorial integrity, with strong security guarantees.

Europe carries its full share of the military assistance to Ukraine.

At the same time we need a surge in defence in Europe.
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Congratulations to President @ymahmoudali on his election as President of the African Union Commission.

The EU and AU share a strong partnership, and I look forward to working together to address shared challenges and advance our common goals.
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Tariffs drive inflation and hit workers the hardest.

It's not good business.

Because we need to protect our workers and preserve our interests, unjustified tariffs on the EU will not go unanswered.

Of course, we are ready to find agreements that work for all.
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Our task here at the @MunSecConf is not just to describe this new geopolitical landscape but to shape it.

And shape it in a way that ensures that our European values endure and our interests are defended ↓ https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1OwxWXjdOQwKQ
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We need a surge in 🇪🇺 defence spending.

Europe must bring more to the table.

I will propose to activate the escape clause for defence investments.

It will allow Member States to substantially increase their defence expenditure, in a controlled and conditional way.
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Folgen Sie live meiner Presseerklärung zusammen mit Markus Söder ↓ https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1ZkKzYDrmWexv
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Dear @JustinTrudeau, it’s a pleasure to see you in Brussels.

Canada is one of our most trusted allies.

Our partnership is strong and thriving. We are ready to take it even further ↓ https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1yNGaLrevXNKj
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Dear @ZelenskyyUa, Europe stands with you for a just and lasting peace, with strong security guarantees.

We will keep providing continued and stable support to Ukraine.

And speed up work on your EU accession.

Joint read-out with @eucopresident@respublicae.eu ↓
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Welcome to Europe @VP Vance

Thank you for a good discussion on our shared challenges as allies.

From security and stability to the great promise of technology and the critical challenge of non-market overcapacity.

Looking forward to continued cooperation with @POTUS and you.

See you at the @MunSecConf.
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