Ursula von der Leyen outlined the EU's stance on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing five main priorities for peace and reaffirming that Ukraine's sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity must be protected in any agreement. She condemned Russia's forced border changes and highlighted the situation of almost 20,000 Ukrainian children who have been unlawfully deported, promising continued EU efforts to resolve their fate and financial support for Ukraine. Von der Leyen acknowledged peace efforts by Donald Trump but noted Europe's reservations about the initial US-Russian plan, calling for united action among Ukraine, the EU, the US, and NATO to achieve a lasting solution.