According to the communication sent by the Élysée Palace to the press, the two leaders will discuss a variety of topics featured on the agenda of the meeting of the European Council due to be held on 14 and 15 December, including aspects of the assistance provided for Ukraine, the Middle-East situation as well as issues related to enlargement and the reform of the European Union. Topics will further include EU security and defence issues and the review of the 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework.