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EU leaders: People of Ukraine have the right to choose their own destiny

President of the Republic of Lithuania

August 12, 2025

President Gitanas Nausėda, together with other EU heads of state and government, issued a statement expressing strong support for Ukraine.

The EU leaders welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts towards ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and achieving a just and lasting peace. Such peace, bringing stability and security, must respect international law, including the principles of independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and that international borders must not be changed by force.

"The people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future. The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine," the EU leaders stated.

The joint statement underscored that Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine has wider implications for European and international security. "We share the conviction that a diplomatic solution must protect Ukraine's and Europe's vital security interests," the leaders affirmed.

The statement also reiterated that the European Union, in coordination with the U.S. and other like-minded partners, will continue to provide political, financial, economic, humanitarian, military and diplomatic support to Ukraine as it defends itself against military aggression. It will also continue to uphold and impose restrictive measures against Russia.

According to the EU leaders, a Ukraine capable of defending itself effectively is an integral part of any future security guarantees. The European Union and its member states are ready to further contribute to security guarantees based on their respective competences and capabilities, in line with international law, and taking into account the security and defense interests of all member states.

"The European Union underlines the inherent right of Ukraine to choose its own destiny and will continue supporting Ukraine on its path towards EU membership," the document concludes.

The President's Communication Group