Various European leaders reacted immediately to the European Council’s decision to grant Ukraine and Moldova candidate status.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Twitter: “I am very pleased with the approval of our views by the leaders. [Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia] everyone has work to do before moving on to the next stage of the process. I know they will move fast. They know how important this is for their democracies, their economies and their citizens. “
“This decision strengthens us all. It strengthens Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia in the face of Russian imperialism. And it strengthens the EU. Because this once again shows the world that we are united and strong in the face of external threats, “she added.
European Parliament President Roberta Mezzola said: “On the right side of history. Congratulations to the people of Ukraine and Moldova. Today we gave hope. For freedom, for democracy, for our future. “
“This is the moment of #Europe,” she added.
EU Foreign Minister Josep Borrell said the decision “marked the beginning of a long road we will take together” and said “Ukraine will prevail. Europe will prevail. “
“The Ukrainian people belong to the European family. Ukraine’s future is with the EU, “he added.
Meanwhile, Latvian Prime Minister Krishianis Karins said: “Today [the European Commission] took a historic decision to grant Ukraine and Moldova EU candidate status. This is the next step in their European dream. We will be side by side with you in the further process of European integration – supporting and sharing our experience. “
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda called it “a great victory for Ukraine and for the European Union!” and “a very important and timely solution”.
And Romanian President Klaus Johannes called it a “historic achievement” and a decision that “brings hope and confidence in the future of the EU to the people of these countries and a great responsibility for their leaders”.
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