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14:01 · 16 Oct 2026
EU leaders back Ukraine amid escalating Russia tensions
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The summit comes at a critical moment for Ukraine, with Kyiv facing continued attacks on its cities and uncertainty over future U.S. intelligence and weapons support. Trump’s criticism of refinery strikes, which he said could contribute to higher global energy prices, adds strain to the Western coalition’s approach to the war. European leaders’ public backing for Zelenskyy signals an effort to maintain support for Ukraine while managing the risk of further escalation with Russia and friction with the United States.[1]
Sources: Reuters
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