Ukraine must become a 'steel porcupine': what von der Leyen said about borders.
17.08.2025
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Journalist
Shostal Oleksandr
17.08.2025
1411
Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that international borders cannot be changed by force. The President of the European Commission stated that the question of borders is the exclusive right of Ukraine. 'Ukraine must become a steel porcupine that no attacker can digest,' von der Leyen said.
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, believes that international borders should not be changed by force and reminded that it is the exclusive right of each country, including Ukraine. She stressed that Ukraine should be strong and impenetrable to any threats and that the European Union will continue to support the country in all matters regarding defense and security.
It is also worth noting that Ursula von der Leyen will join Volodymyr Zelensky at a meeting with the United States, and several European leaders will also join this event, highlighting the importance and support for Ukraine from the international community.
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