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EU chief says Ukraine war is a ‘moment of truth’ for Europe
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks during a press statement at EU headquarters in Brussels, on February 27, 2022. (Stephanie Lecocq/Pool Photo via AP)
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is “a moment of truth for Europe” and the future of the continent is at stake, says EU chief Ursula von der Leyen.
“The destiny of Ukraine is at stake, but our own fate also lies in the balance,” the European Commission president tells the European Parliament.
As part of the EU’s response, she says, Brussels will provide 500 million euros ($560 million) in extra funding to help deal with the “humanitarian consequences” of the war, including the flow of refugees into the bloc.
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