“There Is No Blank Cheque” — Macron Slams EU Over Rushed Decisions on Russian Frozen Assets | AQ1B

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives at a crucial EU summit in Brussels, pushing to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine while blocking the Mercosur trade deal to protect European farmers. Macron calls for a stronger, more sovereign Europe amid war, trade tensions, and economic pressure. DRM News provides live coverage of the two‑day European Council summit, featuring leader arrivals and roundtable discussions on defence enhancement, enlargement with the Western Balkans, the long‑term budget, and the utilisation of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, offering real‑time insights into pivotal EU decisions.