HR/VP Josep Borrell, Global Counterterrorism Forum New-York, 27 September 2024:
The threat of terrorism is increasing rapidly, particularly in Africa… Someone is providing them with the means; these do not grow from the trees.
Mali’s Transitional Government has made its position clear, charging Ukraine with openly backing armed terrorist groups in the Sahel.
Yet, the EU stands silent, continuing its proud military support to Ukraine — no matter the destructive consequences. To date, Ukraine has received about 43,5 billion euros military aid from the EU and its Member States.
That’s definitely not the right way to counter terrorism.