Talk to Russia? Europe first seeks to agree on terms and envoy
European leaders are considering the possibility of engaging in talks with Russia regarding the war in Ukraine. Before initiating discussions, they aim to establish their objectives and identify a suitable representative for these negotiations. The ongoing meeting of EU foreign ministers in Cyprus is focused on determining the feasibility and terms of such talks with the Kremlin.
- ▪European leaders are contemplating talks with Russia to discuss the war in Ukraine.
- ▪EU foreign ministers are meeting in Cyprus to outline their goals and potential representatives for negotiations.
- ▪There is skepticism about Russia's willingness to negotiate in good faith, given recent military actions.
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| Publication time | Thu, 28 May 2026 10:49:00 +0800 |
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Talk to Russia? Europe first seeks to agree on terms and envoySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxKyiv’s European backers are looking to decide what they want to discuss with Mr Putin – and who could represent them.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 28, 2026, 10:49 AMUpdated May 28, 2026, 10:49 AMLIMASSOL, Cyprus - With the United States distracted by Iran and Russian President Vladimir Putin appearing on the back foot, Europe is seriously weighing the possibility of talking to Moscow about ending the war in Ukraine.But before they consider sitting down with the Kremlin, Kyiv’s European backers are first looking to decide what they want to discuss with Mr Putin – and who could represent them.Trying to get a better picture of those goals and determining if talking to Russia…
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