GEIS-新闻详情

European summit RECAP: Continent on the brink as Starmer urges united front against Putin

2024-07-18 00:00:00.0 每日快报-政治原网页

Volodymyr Zelensky attended the summit (Image: Getty)

Sir Keir Starmer says the task of standing up to Russian despot Vladimir Putin is urgent, as he warned the continent's "security is on the line" at a meeting with his European counterparts at Blenheim Palace.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, and Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni and other major figures have gathered for the summit hosted by the newly elected PM, as Sir Keir vowed that Ukraine's allies "will stand with you for as long as it takes".

by Taboola by Taboola

Sponsored

Health Benefits

Health Benefits Fungus is Not from Toe Infection ! Meet the Main Enemy of Fungus

Undo

by Taboola by Taboola

This live blog is now closed. Read our coverage below.

Trending

KEY EVENTS Starmer pledges ￡84m to curb migration17:35

yesterday22:00 Alice Scarsi

This live blog is now closed

This live blog is now closed. Thank you for following our coverage.

yesterday21:46 Alice Scarsi

King Charles held meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky

After the summit, King Charles held two private audiences.

The first was with Sir Keir Starmer - the second meeting they had since the July 4 election.

The other audience held by the King was with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Mr Zelensky took to X afterwards to mark the event.

I am grateful to His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for today\u2019s audience.

The United Kingdom remains one of Ukraine's closest and most important allies. We appreciate all the support provided to the Ukrainian people.

\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\udde6 \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 pic.twitter.com/D4XNPuZAer

\u2014 Volodymyr Zelenskyy / \u0412\u043e\u043b\u043e\u0434\u0438\u043c\u0438\u0440 \u0417\u0435\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0441\u044c\u043a\u0438\u0439 (@ZelenskyyUa) July 18, 2024

2 days ago20:03 Alice Scarsi

Macron warns UK can't 'cherry pick' new deal with EU

French President Emmanuel Macron has welcomed attempts by the new Labour government to reset Britain's relations with the EU, but warned London can't "cherry pick" a new deal".

Speaking after the EPC summit, Mr Macron said "one obviously has to respect what was decided and signed" in the original deal and "should not be a sort of cherry picking" in order to improve it.

However, he added: "But if this is a comprehensive approach in order to reset relations, I think this is a very important moment."

2 days ago18:21 Alice Scarsi

Keir Starmer praises Rishi Sunak as 'statesmanlike'

Keir Starmer praised his predecessor, Rishi Sunak, during his speech at the summit.

Mr Starmer said Mr Sunak had "been incredibly statesmanlike and generous since the election", adding: "And I thought he made that very clear in the way that he replied to the King’s Speech yesterday.

"The relationship that he struck up with Italy was important. We’ve got a long relationship between our two countries and we’ve both had the opportunity today to make clear that we want to continue with that strength of relationship."

2 days ago17:35 Alice Scarsi

Starmer pledges ￡84m to curb migration

Keir Starmer has announced ￡84million of new funding for projects across Africa and the Middle East in a bid to curb migration.

The funds would be used for humanitarian and health support, the PM said, as well as skills training and access to education.

He also said: "This is a vital part of gripping the migration crisis and shows how we [the UK] are going to do business on the world stage - these problems echo at home and the effects play out on our streets."

2 days ago17:27 Alice Scarsi

'Our security starts in Ukraine'

During the summit, the PM said, the European partners held proficuous discussions about security in Europe and how to support Ukraine against the ongoing Russian aggression.

Stating "our security starts in Ukraine", Mr Starmer said leaders committed to stand "together with Ukraine" for "as long as it takes".

Leaders, he added, are also to come together to protect Moldova, the subject of Russian interference.

2 days ago17:24 Alice Scarsi

PM Keir Starmer starts delivering speech - several minutes later

Keir Starmer was set to deliver his speech at around 5pm - but he is only starting to speak now.

2 days ago16:53 Alice Scarsi

King Charles hosts leaders at Blenheim Palace

King Charles is hosting a reception for European leaders in Blenheim Palace's Long Library.

King Charles and Volodymyr Zelensky during a reception for European Leaders (Image: GETTY)

King Charles hosted a reception during the summit (Image: GETTY)

2 days ago16:34 Alice Scarsi

Volodymyr Zelensky carries out bilateral meeting on the sidelines

Volodymyr Zelensky met Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vu？i？ on the sidelines of the summit.

Speaking about their meeting, he wrote on X: "During the meeting with Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vu？i？, we discussed security issues and bilateral relations development.

"I am grateful for Serbia’s participation in the first Global Peace Summit and its endorsement of the Joint Communiqué.

"We appreciate the financial and humanitarian assistance provided to our country."

During the meeting with Serbia\u2019s President Aleksandar Vu\u010di\u0107 @avucic, we discussed security issues and bilateral relations development.

I am grateful for Serbia\u2019s participation in the first Global Peace Summit and its endorsement of the Joint Communiqu\u00e9.

We appreciate the\u2026 pic.twitter.com/ctQlg8ee65

\u2014 Volodymyr Zelenskyy / \u0412\u043e\u043b\u043e\u0434\u0438\u043c\u0438\u0440 \u0417\u0435\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0441\u044c\u043a\u0438\u0439 (@ZelenskyyUa) July 18, 2024

2 days ago15:40 Alice Scarsi

Starmer urges Europe to work together to tackle 'vile trade'

Keir Starmer is the first leader to address fellow politicians during the closing summary.

The UK Prime Minister spoke about tackling the "vile trade" of people smuggling, in reference to small boats crossing the Channel.

Mr Starmer called the crossings a "crisis", with a "criminal empire profiting on human misery and desperation".

European nations, he added, have an opportunity to "set a new path" on illegal migration by pooling together their resources and sharing tactics to shut down smuggling routes and "smash the gangs".

2 days ago15:27 Alice Scarsi

Russia accuses Europe of 'attitude towards escalation'

Russia replied to Ursula von der Leyen's pledge to focus her second term as European Commission President on security and defence.

Commenting on it, the Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said: "This once again confirms the attitude of European states towards militarisation, towards escalation of tensions, towards confrontation and towards relying on confrontational methods in their foreign policy."

Mr Peskov went on to claim Russia, which unlawfully invaded Ukraine two years ago, has not and does not present any threat to anyone in the EU.

2 days ago14:32 Chris Samuel

'Really?!' Albanian Prime Minister turns up to Blenheim Palace in TRAINERS

The Albanian Prime Minister has been pictured wearing a very casual choice of footwear despite the formal nature of the European Summit.

Edi Rama sported a pair of white trainers that contrasted the formal attire of other attendees at Blenheim Palace.

Mr Rama is easily spotted in a picture with fellow European leaders at the summit as his white trainers stand out against the dark clothes of the others.

Standing between Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian President and Sir Keir Starmer the Labour leader can be seen talking to the Albanian Prime Minister.

Earlier, Mr Starmer, found himself dwarfed by 6ft 7inch Mr Rama at the entrance to the grand Oxfordshire estate.

Edi Rama towered over other European leaders at the summit. (Image: Getty)

2 days ago12:00 Chris Samuel

EU leaders stand shoulder to shoulder in family photo

European leaders have gathered for a "family photo" at the major summit hosted by Sir Keir Starmer at Blenheim Palace.

French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky are among the leaders gathering in Oxfordshire to discuss shared security issues.

Earlier, Starmer told attendees his government is looking to find "solutions that will actually deliver results", whilst approaching issues with "humanity and a profound respect for international law".

It was for this reason that the Rwanda scheme was scrapped, and why the UK "will never withdraw" from the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) under his leadership, he said.

The newly elected PM insisted European countries still need to do more and "stand together" to "guard Europe's frontiers".

The family photo from the event on Thursday. (Image: Getty)

2 days ago11:21 Chris Samuel

'Your bravery can be decisive', Zelensky tells allies

Volodymyr Zelensky then addressed the summit insisting Russian missiles, drones and planes targeting Ukraine must be "destroyed".

"There must be a collective will to shoot them down just like the Iranian missiles and drones," he said.

"Your bravery can be decisive," Zelensky insisted.

"People should feel Europe is becoming closer," he added.

2 days ago11:17 Chris Samuel

Britain 'ready to work with' friends and partners in Europe, Starmer

Starmer also said his government is looking to find "solutions that will actually deliver results", whilst approaching issues with "humanity and a profound respect for international law".

It was for this reason that the Rwanda scheme was scrapped, and why the UK "will never withdraw" from the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) under his leadership.

Speaking at Blenheim Palace, the ancestral home of Winston Churchill, Sir Noted that the war-time PM was among the chief architects of the convention.

Starmer said under his Labour government, Britain will be a "friend and a partner, ready to work with you... not focused on the differences between us, but on the values that we share".

2 days ago11:14 Chris Samuel

Starmer targets 'vile trade' of people smuggling

In his remarks, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer addressed the need for action on small boats crossings as he urged EU leaders to confront “vile trade of people’s smuggling”.

“Let’s be frank, challenge is the wrong word," Sir Keir said.

"It is now, I think, a crisis. As we speak, as we gather here, a criminal empire is at work in every country represented here today, profiting off human misery and desperation, prepared to send infants, babies, pregnant mothers, innocent people to their deaths.

“And last week four more souls, and actually last night another one, were lost in the waters of the English Channel, a chilling reminder of the human cost of this vile trade.”

2 days ago11:08 Chris Samuel

Russia's threat 'reaches right across Europe', Starmer

Continuing his remarks, Sir Keir warned that "the threat from Russia reaches right across Europe", as Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine continues.

"Many have seen attacks on our own democracy", he added, including "military planes entering our airspace and ships patrolling our coast".

He said European countries need to do more and "stand together" to "guard Europe's frontiers".

2 days ago11:03 Chris Samuel

'Our security is on the line', Starmer tells EU leaders

Addressing his European counterparts at Blenheim Palace, Sir Keir Starmer said the: "The task is urgent, our security is on the line."

He paid tribute to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his efforts to protect European values.

The Prime Minister vowed that Ukraine's allies "will stand with you for as long as it takes".

Starmer and Zelenksy shared a warm embrace as the Ukrainian leader arrived. (Image: Getty)

2 days ago10:51 Chris Samuel

Zelensky praises UK's 'resolve' in backing Ukraine against Russian aggression

Volodymyr Zelensky lauded the UK's "resolve" in supporting Ukraine as he arrived in Britain for the international summit.

Writing on X, formerly Twitter, Zelensky said: "The countries of the European area are gathering for the fourth time at the European Political Community Summit to discuss common issues and challenges.

"I have arrived in the UK to participate in the Summit, hold bilateral meetings with partners, and sign new security agreements.

"A separate program is scheduled for our relations with the United Kingdom.

"I will meet with His Majesty King Charles III, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, government officials, and executives from defense companies.

"We will sign an intergovernmental agreement on support for the Ukrainian defense and industrial complex, discuss future defense cooperation, and expand our defense capabilities.

"Since the first days of the full-scale invasion, the UK has been one step ahead in its determination to support Ukraine. This is the kind of resolve we need to stop Russian terror."

The countries of the European area are gathering for the fourth time at the European Political Community Summit to discuss common issues and challenges. I have arrived in the UK to participate in the Summit, hold bilateral meetings with partners, and sign new security agreements.\u2026 pic.twitter.com/lOpTJE63nK

\u2014 Volodymyr Zelenskyy / \u0412\u043e\u043b\u043e\u0434\u0438\u043c\u0438\u0440 \u0417\u0435\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0441\u044c\u043a\u0438\u0439 (@ZelenskyyUa) July 18, 2024

2 days ago10:44 Chris Samuel

Orban raises clenched fists outside summit amid EU tensions over Russia

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban raised two fists as he posed on arrival at the summit today.

Orban was strongly rebuked by EU chief Ursula von der Leyen over what she called as an "appeasement mission" meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin this month.

It came after the Hungarian leader made a similar, unannounced, meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky, during which he urged the Ukrainian President to accept a ceasefire.

2 days ago10:27 Chris Samuel

Starmer says UK will mark 'new chapter' with France

Keir Starmer says Paris and London will mark a "new chapter" as he welcomes President Macron to the summit in Oxfordshire.

In a piece for French newspaper Le Monde, the Prime Minister says a stronger relationship with France is "essential" and that his government is "determined to reset" the relationship between the two countries.

"Our two nations are pillars of European security and stability, and so we have a particular responsibility to respond" to Putin's war in Ukraine, the Labour leader writes.

"We can never allow aggression to prevail on our continent," he added.

Starmer says he wants to see increased cooperation on defence and security with European partners, and will discuss the need for ceasefire in Gaza, illegal migration and climate change with his French counterpart.

He also committed to upholding the European Convention on Human Rights, saying, "This government will approach this issue with humanity and with profound respect for international law".

2 days ago10:24 Chris Samuel

Ursula von der Leyen facing 'secret vote' humiliation as EU career under threat

Ursula von der Leyen is desperately scrambling to gather support among MEPs as she faces a crucial vote that could torpedo her career in Brussels.

The German politician has chosen to stay away from the NATO summit in Washington this week, as she hits the phones to plea with EU lawmakers to back her candidacy for a second term as European Commission President.

Von der Leyen is the choice of many of Europe's national leaders to fill the prestigious post, but she needs a majority of MEPs to sanction her appointment.

MEPs will vote in a secret ballot in the coming days that will determine whether the German politician can reprise her former role.

MEPs will vote in a secret ballot in the coming days that will determine if Von Der Leyen's future. (Image: Getty)

DON'T MISS

Boris Johnson warns UK 'on road to serfdom under Labour' as Starmer plots new Brexit deal

2269 Comments

Keir Starmer's instincts are to turn Britain back towards Brussels

295 Comments

Labour left squirming over Donald Trump 'Nazi' jibe

337 Comments

France 'on the brink of financial meltdown' as 'rich flee country over 90 percent tax'

574 Comments

POLL: Can Labour be trusted with Brexit? Vote here

1430 Comments

Good Morning Britain fans all say same thing over 'car crash' segment with ex MP

3 Comments

Keir Starmer's Labour Party boosted by ￡19.5m from just 11 donors - this is who they are

91 Comments

Labour civil war erupts as Keir Starmer slammed by MP over two-child benefit cap

225 Comments

Labour accused of splurging cash already over true cost of scrapping Rwanda scheme

218 Comments

Nightmare for Emmanuel Macron as French economy issued ￡21bn black hole warning

22 Comments

Nigel Farage delivers his verdict on Labour's King's Speech with one damning sentence

1364 Comments

Vaughan Gething quits as Welsh First Minister after huge Cabinet rebellion

332 Comments

World leaders to meet this week to tackle immigration and vow to defend Ukraine

48 Comments

Brexit fears as poll reveals Labour voters want Keir Starmer to ditch 'red lines'

693 Comments

Nigel Farage asks seven-word question as Labour minister goes to Brussels for EU talks

492 Comments

Ursula von der Leyen clings on as EU Commission president after knife-edge vote

404 Comments

Health Benefits

Neuropathy is not from Low vitamin B. Meet the Real Enemy of Neuropathy (Stop Doing This)Health Benefits

Undo

by Taboola by Taboola