This morning in Brussels, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, met with the US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, General Keith Kellogg. The President – a press release reads – emphasised “the EU’s critical role in ensuring Ukraine’s financial stability and defence, with a total commitment of €135 billion (approximately $145 billion) — more than any other ally. This includes $52 billion in military assistance, matching US contributions”. Von der Leyen then outlined “Europe’s plans to scale up defence production and spending, reinforcing both European and Ukrainian military capabilities”. She stressed that the EU stands “ready to do even more” when it comes to military assistance to Ukraine. “Reaffirming the EU’s commitment to a just and lasting peace, the President reiterated that any resolution must respect Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, backed by strong security guarantees. She also expressed the EU’s willingness to work alongside the US to end the bloodshed and help secure the just and lasting peace that Ukraine and its people rightfully deserve”.