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Europe out of Russia-Ukraine talks/ EU considers sending special representatives

2026-02-20 14:47:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

Europe out of Russia-Ukraine talks/ EU considers sending special representatives

Europe is growing increasingly concerned about its absence from peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, after the latest trilateral rounds were held in Abu Dhabi and Geneva without European representation. These meetings were attended by Ukraine, Russia and the US, with special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, but no details were given about concrete results.

The EU has focused its strategy on economic pressure on Moscow through sanctions and military support for Ukraine, while the US and Turkey have played key roles in the negotiations. Experts, such as economist Elina Rybakova, stress that European participation is essential to protect regional interests and Ukrainian sovereignty, even if the initial outcome would be largely symbolic.

There are divisions within the EU over its approach to Russia: France supports dialogue with Moscow, while Germany and Eastern European countries express reservations about premature concessions. Analysts stress the need for a clear definition of the EU's objectives before appointing a special envoy.

Meanwhile, the EU is preparing its 20th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting energy, trade and financial services, with the aim of continuing pressure until there are serious negotiations for a lasting peace./ CNA





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