Live: NATO ‘must provide Ukraine with tools to protect its sovereignty’, Rutte says

The European Commission has proposed a plan to provide Ukraine with a loan funded by frozen Russian assets, aiming to bolster Ukraine's financial position amid ongoing conflict. This initiative includes a secondary option for an EU loan based on common borrowing, addressing concerns raised by Belgium, which holds a significant portion of these assets.

NATO foreign ministers convened in Brussels to address the ongoing threat posed by Russia amid the continued conflict in Ukraine. With no significant progress towards peace, European leaders are intensifying military support efforts for Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a meeting will be arranged between Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators following the return of Trump's team from Moscow, where they engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The European Commission has proposed a plan to provide €90 billion to support Ukraine over the next two years, potentially utilizing frozen Russian assets or borrowing from international markets. This initiative comes as Ukraine continues to face significant financial challenges due to the ongoing conflict with Russia.

King Charles welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, affirming that the UK and Germany are prepared to strengthen Europe against potential Russian aggression while expressing support for Ukraine. This visit highlights the significance of the Kensington treaty, which aims to enhance cooperation between the two nations in various sectors, including defense and migration.

NATO chief Mark Rutte responded to Vladimir Putin's assertive remarks, affirming the alliance's readiness to protect Europe. Analyst Peter Zalmayev noted that Putin's confidence stems from a lack of international repercussions for NATO airspace violations.

Emmanuel Macron arrived in China for a three-day state visit aimed at enhancing trade relations and discussing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine with President Xi Jinping. The French president seeks to engage Beijing in pressuring Russia towards a ceasefire, emphasizing the importance of global governance and Xi's participation in the upcoming G7 summit in France.

The European Union has proposed a plan to utilize frozen Russian assets to provide €90 billion in support for Ukraine over the next two years, amid ongoing financial challenges due to the prolonged conflict with Russia. Belgium has expressed significant concerns regarding this initiative, labeling it as potentially unlawful and destabilizing.