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European Union leaders are hailing what they call “new momentum” in negotiations over the Ukraine conflict following the Geneva discussions. Despite growing concerns that the EU may have been sidelined, officials insist the bloc remains actively engaged and committed to a diplomatic solution. This episode breaks down the key takeaways from Geneva, what’s driving the renewed push for talks, and how pressure from Washington, Kyiv, and European capitals is shaping the next phase of diplomacy. With major geopolitical stakes and tense debates over Europe's role, we take a closer look at what’s really happening behind the scenes and what comes next for the EU, Ukraine, and broader international efforts toward peace.

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00:00We just concluded a meeting of the 27 European leaders with the President of the European Commission
00:07and we took stock of the latest developments regarding efforts to achieve peace for Ukraine.
00:16There is a new momentum in peace negotiations.
00:22Yesterday's meeting in Geneva between the United States, Ukraine,
00:28the European Union institutions and European representatives marked significant progress.
00:38The United States and Ukraine informed us that the discussions were constructive
00:45and that progress was achieved on several issues.
00:51We welcome the step forward and some issues remain to be resolved, but the direction is positive.
01:03And we commend the efforts of Presidents Zelensky and Trump and their teams.
01:11It is also clear that the issues that concern directly the European Union,
01:21such as sanctions, enlargements or immobilized assets,
01:28require the full involvement and decision by the European Union.
01:34We stand ready to continue supporting this process by working closely together with the European Union
01:44and in close coordination with Ukraine, the United States and NATO.
01:52What matters now is that we move forward as partners, united by our shared goal.
02:00The European Union is committed to continue providing President Zelensky with all the support he needs,
02:26diplomatic support, diplomatic support, military support, economic support.
02:32This concerns, in particular, financial support to Ukraine.
02:38As you remember, we committed to deliver on it in October.
02:44And we will deliver at the December European Council.
02:48In conclusion, let me stress, peace cannot be a temporary truth, it must be a lasting solution.
03:01Ukraine, a chosen Europe, and Europe will stand by Ukraine.
03:09An efficient and coordinated European engagement, as well as a strong European presence in Geneva,
03:20has allowed us to make good progress in the negotiations for just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
03:28While work remains to be done, there is now a solid basis for moving forward.
03:34As we do, we must remain united and keep placing Ukraine's best interest at the center of our efforts.
03:46This is about the security of our entire continent, now and in future.
03:54And today's meeting in Rwanda reaffirmed that we are united in our support of Ukraine.
04:00These are our core European principles moving forward.
04:07Ukraine's territory and sovereignty must be respected.
04:13Only Ukraine, as a sovereign country, can make decisions regarding its armed forces.
04:22The choice of their destiny is in their own hands.
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