“a “The message is very clear: we have a 'Russian problem' and it represents a huge challenge.”Borrell said during his speech at the Munich Security Conference, which was held this weekend.
Borrell added that the military efforts “It should be important in cooperation with key partners like the United States.”But it is necessary to “consider different scenarios,” without ruling out Washington’s greater involvement in the security of the European continent.
The head of European diplomacy added: “We must prepare for a long period of tension in relations with Russia, which may lead to preparation for a long confrontation with NATO countries.”
In this sense, he explained that European security requires continuing to allocate economic and military aid to Ukraine, more quickly.
He said, “We must define our security commitments to Ukraine and look to the future because after Ukraine's accession, Europe will be different.”
The situation in Ukraine, where Russia scored one of its biggest victories since last spring, the day before, “requires that we work together faster and better” and be “more flexible and more direct,” the High Representative added.
“We have to be able to finance and change procedures […] He stressed that within three months, matters will be decided on the battlefield, and we cannot wait any longer.
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