EU Chief Diplomat's Bold Call to Action: Take Fate into Our Own Hands & Strengthen Security

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EU Chief Diplomat Borrell Calls for EU to Take Fate into Its Own Hands after Trump's Win
EU must be ready for Trump's impact on geopolitics
Emphasizes security and fate in light of Trump's election
Calls for EU to fulfill obligations and support Ukraine
Wants EU to act accordingly if Israel violates international humanitarian law in Gaza
Highlights need to strengthen security and take fate into own hands

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