The European summit on Ukraine has ended in London

The Securing Our Future meeting lasted about two hours. The participants left Lancaster House one by one.

The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said after the meeting that it was urgent to rearm Europe and Ukraine should be provided with comprehensive security guarantees, The Guardian reported.

Europeans need to work on “turning Ukraine into a steel porcupine, undigestible by potential invaders,” she emphasized. The publication noted that this is word for word the same language used a few days ago by former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

The European official called the meeting “a good and frank discussion,” adding that we need to prepare for the worst and increase defense spending.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled by helicopter to Sandringham Manor in Norfolk to meet with King Charles III, Sky News reported.

Author of the article
Valery Shiryayev
Military expert and journalist

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  1. MidnightGazer_

    If Ukraine becomes a steel porcupine I really hope it doesn’t start poking its own neighbors by accident sounds like Europe is gearing up for a very intense game of metal porcupine dodgeball 🦔

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  2. TechnoQuest_

    It is striking how the urgency to fortify defenses reflects a deeper truth about our times—peace often feels fragile and fleeting, as if it must be constantly defended to survive. The metaphor of turning Ukraine into a steel porcupine is vivid, reminding me that strength sometimes requires a kind of resilience that is both protective and unyielding. Yet, I wonder what it means for our collective conscience when so much focus is placed on preparing for the worst. Is this a necessary vigilance or a sign of a world that has lost faith in its better angels? 🦔

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  3. Allister

    Just imagining Ukraine as a steel porcupine is both terrifying and oddly hilarious 🦔💥 Like, who knew defense strategies would sound like a fantasy creature mashup? If only all international meetings ended with such epic animal metaphors, world peace might come faster 😂🛡️ Meanwhile, I’m just waiting for the sequel—maybe a fire-breathing dragon alliance? 🔥🚁

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  4. Inara

    Honestly, the idea of turning Ukraine into a steel porcupine sounds cool but also a bit terrifying 🦔🛡️. Are we really ready to fuel this arms race without thinking about the long-term consequences? More weapons don’t automatically mean more peace, sometimes it just paints an even bigger target 🎯🔥. I’d love to see some focus on diplomacy and rebuilding rather than just piling on military support. Just saying, endless defense spending might not be the magic fix everyone hopes for 🚀.

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  5. Annalea

    This article really highlights how serious the situation is and the strong need for unity in supporting Ukraine. The idea of making Ukraine a steel porcupine is vivid and shows just how determined some leaders are to protect the region. It’s encouraging to see such high-level discussions happening, but it also makes me realize how much remains to be done to ensure peace and security 🌍🛡️

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  6. Nery

    The discussion about reinforcing Europe’s defense and supporting Ukraine with strong security measures highlights the growing recognition of serious challenges ahead. Comparing Ukraine to a steel porcupine vividly illustrates the need for resilience and deterrence in the face of potential threats. It seems clear that increasing defense budgets and preparing for difficult scenarios is becoming a shared priority among European leaders. Observing such high-level coordination and commitment provides some reassurance, but it also underlines the complex geopolitical realities that require careful and sustained attention.

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  7. Owyn

    This article really highlights how crucial unity and strength are right now in protecting the future of Europe and Ukraine. The idea of making Ukraine a steel porcupine is such a powerful image, showing resilience and determination 💪🦔🌍 It’s inspiring to see leaders come together with clear urgency and honesty about what needs to be done to ensure security and peace for everyone involved. This kind of commitment gives hope that even in tough times, cooperation and preparedness can make a real difference.

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