EU Summit Focuses on Defense and Ukraine

Published: 2025-03-06

German political leaders from the CDU, CSU, and SPD met with outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz to prepare for the upcoming EU summit in Brussels.

The discussions centered on Europe's security and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

The parties agreed on a significant financial package to boost defense and infrastructure, which includes easing debt rules.

CDU leader Friedrich Merz emphasized the urgency of providing at least three billion euros in immediate aid to Ukraine.

Scholz also briefed Merz on recent international talks addressing the U.

S. policy shift on Ukraine.

The EU summit aims to strengthen European defense capabilities and coordinate support for Ukraine.