EU and US leaders met

US President Joe Biden, EU Council President Charles Michel and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met in Washington for the 27th leaders-level meeting between the EU and the United States.

Speaking at the summit opening, Biden said his country and the EU are fighting together against global economic challenges, as well as threats from Russia and China.

Biden: “And now we stand with Israel against the terrorist attack.” saying.

Stating that they will discuss developments in Israel and Ukraine at the summit, Biden said they will also discuss opportunities to improve cooperation on clean energy, secure and flexible supply chains, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence and economic resilience.

MESSAGE FROM PALESTINE

EU Council President Michel also said: “In these days when the world is going through great challenges, a stronger alliance between the EU and the US is needed.” he made the assessment of it.

Emphasizing that there is a tragedy in the Middle East, Michel said:

“We condemn the terrorist attack by Hamas against Israel. Israel has the right to defend itself and this must be within the framework of international humanitarian law. We work day and night to help vulnerable people in Palestine and advance the peace process based on a two-state solution. The EU was born as a peace project. That is why we must work tirelessly to end the spiral of violence.”

CALL TO ‘WORK TOGETHER’ FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE EU COMMISSION

Von der Leyen also thanked Biden for his visit to Israel and pointed out the importance of being in solidarity with this country.

Referring to Israel’s right to defend itself within the framework of international humanitarian law, von der Leyen said: “We support Israel against terrorism. At the same time, Palestinians are also victims of Hamas’ terrorist acts. Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people. “The EU and the US are together increasing humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza.” he said.

Von der Leyen noted that we must work together in case the conflict spreads to the region, saying: “I am especially concerned about Iran and its proxies.” saying. (AA)