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European Council President Charles Michel spoke with Euronews ahead of a two-day summit in Brussels.

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Video. Exclusive: EU 'not naïve' about Russia-China ties, says Charles Michel

Updated: 22/03/2023 - 19:54 GMT+1

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, European Council President Charles Michel discussed the Ukraine war and China's proposed peace plan.

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