European Union leaders are talking about how important it is to work together. They also want to keep following the law. The EU has problems inside and security threats outside. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen spoke in Cyprus. She wants the EU to find solutions together, not fight. She said that working together is like the EU's main ideas. She mentioned Greenland and Cyprus's reunification. This shows how things are changing in the world.
Recent events show that the US and Europe depend on each other. Many people now say Europe needs to improve its defence. Kaja Kallas, a top EU official, is a strong voice for this. She thinks NATO should be "more European." She said this because the US might be changing its global plans. Her speeches suggest that US-European relations are changing. She also said that no big country has ever survived by depending too much on others.
Europe is also thinking about defence because of disagreements. Former US President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland. This caused problems with European friends. It showed that priorities might be different. This made people worry about alliances. The Arctic area is becoming more important. This made it clear that Europe needs to work together for security there.
Cyprus is now leading the EU for six months. They led before in 2012. Cyprus wants to help solve problems and reunite the island. They hope to make progress by 2026. The EU also supports Ukraine and Moldova. Leaders say Ukraine and Moldova should be in the EU. This will help the EU be stronger and more independent.
The year 2025 might be difficult for the EU. It could be a "horrible year." The EU will face outside pressures and changes inside. Strong leaders will be needed. Europe must focus on working together, following rules, and building defence. This will help the EU have a more independent future.