EU leaders convene in Brussels for a high-stakes summit to address the escalating Middle East conflict and ongoing debates regarding Ukraine funding, with Viktor Orbán's position remaining a focal point of tension.
European Council seeks solutions to contain the war in the Middle East
Wednesday, 18 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The European Council (Conselho Europeu) brings together EU heads of state or government to set the bloc’s overall political direction and priorities; it does not adopt ordinary legislation. Its president, Charles Michel, has chaired meetings since December 2019, and the Council’s political endorsement is important for major trade and investment deals, so those following EU policy should note its stance on agreements like the EU–Mercosur deal.
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