WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The European Council usually decides by consensus (i.e. no member opposes the adoption). This is also the decision making modality the European Council uses to adopt conclusions.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are European Council conclusions? European Council conclusions are adopted during each European Council meeting. They are used to identify specific issues of concern for the EU and outline particular actions to take or goals to reach.

Detailed explanation-3: -The European Council demands that Russia immediately ceases its military actions, unconditionally withdraws all forces and military equipment from the entire territory of Ukraine and fully respects Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence within its internationally recognised borders.

Detailed explanation-4: -Permanent Representatives Committee (Coreper)

Detailed explanation-5: -The European Council defines the EU’s overall political direction and priorities, traditionally by adopting conclusions. It does not negotiate or adopt EU laws.