My friendship with Martin [Schulz], by contrast, is completely different in that it goes far beyond politics.

The use of EU summits to frame political victories or defeats is an annoying habit.

How will the exit affect thousands of British pensioners living in Portugal or Spain who will lose their access to the welfare and health systems? Fifty-three free-trade agreements, which were negotiated by the EU on behalf of all Member States, are also hanging in the balance for the UK.

The Greek nation has to be respected. I am not in the camp of those who openly want to humiliate Greece.

When it becomes serious, you have to lie.

The outcome of the referendum does not affect those of my officials who have British nationality, since they work for Europe and not for the UK. They have made a major contribution to our common European project, and I will continue to count on their talent and commitment.

Yesterday's shining heroes of Brexit have become the sorrowful heroes of today.