The Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union concluded on June 30, with Donald Tusk highlighting key achievements in defense and legislative initiatives. He emphasized the need for bold decisions in response to geopolitical tensions, including securing 150 billion euros for defense and controversial asylum law changes. The presidency faced criticism for human rights issues at the Polish-Belarusian border, while also addressing the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine. Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa praised the legislative efforts and sanctions against Russia. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)