Borrell, Europe’s firm voice in the face of war, receives the Carlos V Prize this Friday

Realistic phrases: “We cannot continue to trust that appealing to the rule of law and developing trade relations will make the world a peaceful place.” Very realistic phrases: “This tragic moment can serve to make Europeans realize that we live in a dangerous world that threatens life and prosperity.” And dramatically realistic phrases: “The forces of evil exist.” They have all been uttered by Josep Borrell, and they are all a reflection of a po…