European leaders convened in Brussels to address critical issues including the war in Ukraine, developments in Syria, and the need for stronger defense funding. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged collaboration between Europe and the U.S. to counter Russian aggression. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the importance of enhancing European defense capabilities, as well as ensuring the territorial integrity of Syria and a rights-inclusive government. The discussions also highlighted Turkey’s role in Syria and the necessity for a unified European perspective on the region.