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President Ursula von der Leyen announced at the summit that the EU would be establishing a multi-billion Euro defense fund aimed at providing financial assistance to Ukraine. This announcement signals a substantial shift in EU policy, suggesting that social programs may face cuts as military spending escalates. The urgent appeal for military funding was framed as a necessary response to perceived threats from Russia, a narrative bolstered by the heated exchanges between key leaders during the summit.