Why Ukraine's Future Matters to Europe

Europe's top leader, Ursula von der Leyen, recently made a strong statement about Ukraine. She believes that Ukraine's borders should stay the same and that Ukraine should have a strong army to protect itself. She also thinks that Europe should play a big role in any peace deal for Ukraine. This comes at a time when important people from the United States, Ukraine, and other countries are meeting to talk about ending the war in Ukraine. Von der Leyen says that any peace plan should stop the fighting and prevent future conflicts. She highlights three main points. First, borders cannot be changed by force. Second, Ukraine should have a strong army to protect itself. Third, Europe should be involved in securing peace for Ukraine. She believes that Ukraine has the right to choose its own path and that it has chosen to be part of Europe. This is a critical moment for Ukraine and Europe. The decisions made now will shape the future of the region. It's important to think about what kind of future we want to see.