Political group leaders on Wednesday discussed how to relieve the humanitarian tragedy in Aleppo, sanctions against Russia and ways to boost European defence capacities ahead of the European Summit.
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The United Kingdom’s vote on 23 June to leave the European Union has stirred lively debate on the implications of Brexit for the institutions, policies and global role of the European Union by major international think tanks that argue on the future of the EU without Britain.
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The effete denial, the absolute opportunism, the indifference for the problems of the citizens, the lack of political goal is more than evident on the recent actions of the Brexit’s protagonists.
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The referendum of June 23rd in Great Britain has been a historical warning towards the European leadership in politics, the economy and diplomacy.
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“Leaders are absolutely determined to remain united and work closely together as 27,” said President Tusk at the press conference after the meeting.
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Mogherini: “In challenging times, a strong Union is one that thinks strategically, shares a vision and acts together. This is even more true after the British referendum. We will indeed have to rethink the way our Union works, but we perfectly know what to work for.”
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The UK must respect the wish of a majority of its citizens, entirely, fully and as soon as possible, by officially withdrawing from the EU before any new relationship arrangements can be made, says the European Parliament in a resolution voted after an extraordinary plenary debate.
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Tusk: “I have no doubt that due to the negative outcome of the UK referendum we will mostly need to devote our European Council to a discussion on its political consequences…”
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The narrow water dividing the island from the continent feels infinite today, the channel islands with their special status, important. Fish and chips and no idea of what will be but the understanding that this vote meant more than the exit from Europe.
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EU leaders: “This is an unprecedented situation but we are united in our response. We will stand strong and uphold the EU’s core values of promoting peace and the well-being of its peoples. The Union of 27 Member States will continue.”
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