Merkel says EU strong enough to weather Brexit

The transcript addresses the UK's decision to leave the EU, emphasizing the importance of a measured response from the remaining 27 EU member states to avoid further division. Germany's special interest and responsibility in ensuring European unity is highlighted, with plans for a meeting in Berlin with key EU leaders. The EU's strength and commitment to finding the right solutions are affirmed.

What is the main sentiment expressed about the UK's decision to leave the EU?

• Regretful acknowledgment

• Indifference

• Angry rejection

• Joyful acceptance

What is the key concern for the remaining EU member states after the UK's decision?

• To immediately dissolve the EU

• To celebrate the UK's departure

• To ensure no hasty decisions are made that could divide Europe

• To quickly replace the UK with another country

What special responsibility does Germany have according to the transcript?

• To lead the EU single-handedly

• To ensure the success of European unity

• To negotiate a new trade deal with the UK

• To withdraw from the EU

Who are the European leaders invited to Berlin for discussions?

• The Chancellor of Austria and the President of Greece

• The Presidents of Poland and Hungary

• The Prime Ministers of Spain and Portugal

• The President of the European Council, the French President, and the Italian Prime Minister

What is the overall message about the EU's strength in the face of the UK's decision?

• The EU is too weak to handle the situation

• The EU should ignore the UK's decision

• The EU is strong enough to provide the right answers

• The EU should dissolve immediately