The values we take for granted in Europe are under pressure. They define our European way of life and are the source of our success. We must do much better to protect them. This is why we need to make the rule of law conditional in our budget. Without formal conclusion of legislation on the rule of law, it will be impossible for us to advance on the long-term budget (MFF). Now is the time to act. Read the letter from the Leaders of the EPP, S&D, Renew and Green Groups to the German Presidency of the EU Council