Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob is welcomed by Belgian King Philippe, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and European Council President Charles Michel ahead of a special meeting of the European Council in Brussels, Belgium, 17 April 2024. EU leaders gather in Brussels for a two-day summit to discuss the economy and competitiveness, as well as Ukraine, Turkey and the Middle East, including Lebanon, among other issues. OLIVIER HOSLET/Pool via REUTERS