European Union leaders are meeting today, Thursday, to discuss the aftermath of the suppressed rebellion in Russia, while pledging further support for Ukraine in its war against the Russian offensive. During the Brussels summit, the leaders will also speak with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg about the role the EU can play in Western commitments to enhance Ukraine's security.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas stated, "Leaders are aware that discussions will touch on the rebellion that occurred last Saturday by the Wagner military group, even though it is not on the summit's agenda or mentioned in the drafts of the final statement." She remarked to reporters in Brussels on the eve of the two-day summit, "That will certainly happen."
Kallas noted that "the rebellion revealed fissures in Russian leadership," pointing out that she observed "different perspectives on how the rebellion affects the war in Ukraine and the risks Russia poses to the West." She confirmed the EU countries' readiness to contribute to future security commitments for Ukraine to help it defend itself in the long term, deter acts of aggression, and resist destabilization efforts.
The summit will also discuss other issues, including migration and relations with China. Additionally, the Brussels summit will address the nature of the assistance provided to Ukraine, as Western countries work on a package of long-term guarantees to supply arms, equipment, ammunition, training, and other military aid to Kyiv.
