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The EU has defended the territorial integrity of Ukraine against possible territorial transfers from Donbas

According to the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Policy, Kaja Kallas, Ukraine is "the victim of this conflict" and "it is not right to put pressure on them."

BELGIUM (Brussels), 16/10/2025.- EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas attends a press conference to present European Defence Readiness 2030 Roadmap at the European Commission in Brussels, Belgium, 16 October 2025. The EU commission presented 'Readiness 2030', a plan to strengthen its military capacity, industrial base, and joint defense investment by 2030 through coordinated funding, procurement, and readiness measures to make Europe more self-reliant and secure. (Bélgica, Bruselas) EFE/EPA/OLIVIER MATTHYS
Kaja Kallas, European Union High Representative for Foreign Policy. Photo: EFE.

Kaja Kallas, the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Policy, defendsthe territorial integrity of Ukraine against possible territorial relinquishment in Donbas of the peace agreement

Kallas has reported that Ukraine is "the victim of this conflict, "so" it is not right to put pressure on Ukraine.

During the negotiations, it appears that Trump asked Volodimir Zelenskyto accept the conditions imposed by Russia, including the transfer of some territories from Donbas.

"Everyone says that territorial integrity is the important value we defend (...) If we give away those lands, that will send a message to everyone that you can use force against your neighbors and get what you want through it," Kallas explained.

The EU High Representative therefore calls for further defence of these important 'principles' in the European Union.

"It is one thing that can be recovered militarily; and another that we legally recognize as the sovereign territory of a nation," observed Kaja Kallas.

Trump peace deal

US President Donald Trump continues to build bridges between the two countries (Ukraine and Russia) with the aim of reaching an agreement.

Kallas has positively appreciated Trump's attitude, highlighting his "sincere intention" to end the American war. However, the High Representative has stressed that it is Russia that continues its attacks on civilians.

"We have imposed sanctions to undermine Russia's ability to sustain the war," Kallas said.

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