EU, NATO Pledge Support for Ukraine Amid Russia Crisis and Push for Membership

The EU summit focused on the fallout from a recent coup attempt in Russia and pledged increased support for Ukraine.
NATO warned against underestimating Russia's military power but said the alliance has increased its readiness.
The EU and NATO explored providing Ukraine with security guarantees and military aid to strengthen its defenses.
EU leaders debated using frozen Russian assets to help rebuild Ukraine but had legal and reputational concerns.
Lithuanian president expressed concern over the Wagner mercenary group's presence in neighboring Belarus.