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EU admits for the first time it is 'part of the conflict' in Ukraine

2024-08-24

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Reference News reported on August 24According to a report by the Russian Satellite News Agency on August 23, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell publicly acknowledged for the first time on the 23rd that the EU is "part of the conflict" in Ukraine, although the EU will not become a party to military action.

According to reports, Borrell said at an international conference held in Spain on the 23rd: "What happens in Ukraine will determine the future of European geopolitics. We must pay attention to the situation in Ukraine and be part of this game. We are part of this game, part of the conflict, but not a party to the war. The outcome of this conflict will affect peace and our security."

According to reports, European Dynamics Network said on the 23rd that since February 2022, nearly 60,000 Ukrainian soldiers have received training under the framework of the EU Military Assistance Mission in Ukraine.

The website also said that since February 2022, the EU's military aid to Ukraine has exceeded 39 billion euros.

It is reported that the EU Military Assistance Mission to Ukraine was established in October 2022 and its work period is expected to be two years. The mission not only conducts training work, but also provides weapons for the Ukrainian army. Its headquarters is located in the EU External Action Service building in Brussels.

According to reports, Russia has previously sent a note to relevant countries regarding the supply of weapons to Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov pointed out that any materials containing Ukrainian weapons will become a legitimate target of Russia.