Europe live: European leaders gather for two-day summit as concerns grow over aid for Ukraine

EU is preparing for elections in June and summit agenda includes Ukraine, the Middle East and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s EU accession candidacy

Ahead of today’s summit, Ukrainian officials have reiterated their call for more assistance.

Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s deputy prime minister for European and Euro-Atlantic integration, pointed to a “major missile attack overnight in Kyiv,” writing: “Thankfully, our air defense intercepted around 30 missiles, saving lives. Swift action needed to provide Ukraine with crucial defense systems and support.”