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The sixth European Political Community summit convened in Tirana, Albania, on Friday, bringing together 47 heads of state and government, including leaders from the E.U., UK, Turkey, and Ukraine, marking the first such high-level gathering in the Western Balkans.

The sixth European Political Community summit convened in Tirana, Albania, on Friday, bringing together 47 heads of state and government, including leaders from the E.U., UK, Turkey, and Ukraine, marking the first such high-level gathering in the Western Balkans.

Under the theme "New Europe in a new world: unity – cooperation – joint action," the summit agenda focused on "Europe's security," "democratic resilience," continued support for Ukraine, and migration.

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Under the theme "New Europe in a new world: unity – cooperation – joint action," the summit agenda focused on "Europe's security," "democratic resilience," continued support for Ukraine, and migration.

Attendees included Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, British Prime Minister Starmer, Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, NATO head Mark Rutte, and European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen.

Attendees included Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, British Prime Minister Starmer, Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, NATO head Mark Rutte, and European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen.

During the talks, Von der Leyen praised Zelenskyy while alleging that Russian President Vladimir Putin "never showed up" to talks, with the EC further announcing plans for new sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Nord Stream pipelines, the Russian shadow fleet, and Russia's financial sector.

During the talks, Von der Leyen praised Zelenskyy while alleging that Russian President Vladimir Putin "never showed up" to talks, with the EC further announcing plans for new sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Nord Stream pipelines, the Russian shadow fleet, and Russia's financial sector.

Albania's hosting of the summit coincides with the country's ongoing efforts to join the E.U., with Prime Minister Edi Rama's recent electoral victory strengthening his party's promise to achieve E.U. membership within five years.

Albania's hosting of the summit coincides with the country's ongoing efforts to join the E.U., with Prime Minister Edi Rama's recent electoral victory strengthening his party's promise to achieve E.U. membership within five years.

Meanwhile, in the early morning hours in Russia on Friday, Putin aide Vladimir Medinsky said a Russian delegation would be in Turkey at 10 a.m. "waiting for" their Ukrainian counterparts. The talks did take place, including with U.S. officials.

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Meanwhile, in the early morning hours in Russia on Friday, Putin aide Vladimir Medinsky said a Russian delegation would be in Turkey at 10 a.m. "waiting for" their Ukrainian counterparts. The talks did take place, including with U.S. officials.

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Under the theme 'New Europe in a new world: unity – cooperation – joint action,' the summit agenda focused on European security, democratic resilience, and continued support for Ukraine, with three high-level roundtables addressing these critical issues.</span

Under the theme 'New Europe in a new world: unity – cooperation – joint action,' the summit agenda focused on European security, democratic resilience, and continued support for Ukraine, with three high-level roundtables addressing these critical issues.

Notable attendees included Turkish President Erdogan, British PM Starmer, French President Macron, and German Chancellor Merz, alongside EU institution leaders such as European Council President Costa and Commission President von der Leyen.</span

Notable attendees included Turkish President Erdogan, British PM Starmer, French President Macron, and German Chancellor Merz, alongside EU institution leaders such as European Council President Costa and Commission President von der Leyen.

The European Commission announced plans for new sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Nord Stream pipelines, the Russian shadow fleet, and additional restrictions on Russia's financial sector.</span

The European Commission announced plans for new sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Nord Stream pipelines, the Russian shadow fleet, and additional restrictions on Russia's financial sector.

Albania's hosting of the summit coincides with the country's ongoing efforts to join the European Union, with Prime Minister Edi Rama's recent electoral victory strengthening his party's promise to achieve EU membership within five years.</span

Albania's hosting of the summit coincides with the country's ongoing efforts to join the European Union, with Prime Minister Edi Rama's recent electoral victory strengthening his party's promise to achieve EU membership within five years.

The summit featured bilateral meetings and discussions on migration, economic competitiveness, and regional security challenges, while Russia and Belarus remained notably excluded from the gathering.</span

The summit featured bilateral meetings and discussions on migration, economic competitiveness, and regional security challenges, while Russia and Belarus remained notably excluded from the gathering.

The summit highlights persistent challenges in European integration and regional disparities. Albania's struggle with issues like money laundering and political transparency raises questions about EU expansion readiness. The EU's credibility in the Balkans has suffered due to complex accession requirements and ongoing regional disputes.

The summit highlights persistent challenges in European integration and regional disparities. Albania's struggle with issues like money laundering and political transparency raises questions about EU expansion readiness. The EU's credibility in the Balkans has suffered due to complex accession requirements and ongoing regional disputes.

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The EPC Summit is a lifeline for Europe’s security, bringing together 47 leaders determined to protect their continent. Its candid, high-level talks build trust and align strategies, essential for deterring hostile powers. The EPC's focus on Ukraine and sanctions also shows Europe's grit. With such a large group working together, they must now take action, like completely cutting off Russian oil from the rest of Europe.

The EPC Summit is a lifeline for Europe’s security, bringing together 47 leaders determined to protect their continent. Its candid, high-level talks build trust and align strategies, essential for deterring hostile powers. The EPC's focus on Ukraine and sanctions also shows Europe's grit. With such a large group working together, they must now take action, like completely cutting off Russian oil from the rest of Europe.

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