EU Leaders Convene Emergency Summit on Ukraine and European Security

The March 6 meeting aims to address the ongoing war in Ukraine, European defense, and long-term regional stability.

European Council President António Costa announced the special summit, emphasizing the critical moment for Ukraine and European security.
The meeting will focus on strengthening European defense and ensuring Ukraine's long-term security amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other officials will visit Kyiv on the anniversary of Russia's invasion to show solidarity with Ukraine.
Tensions have risen as U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and plans a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Concerns grow over potential U.S.-Russia agreements that could sideline Ukraine's interests in the conflict resolution process.