Europe to send a diplomat team to Ukraine talks as leaders push for a voice
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Summary
The European Union and five countries—Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Poland—will send diplomats to the next round of Ukraine peace talks. European leaders say Ukraine and Europe must have a voice in negotiations led by the United States, as they seek to protect Ukraine’s interests and European security.Key Facts
- European Council President Antonio Costa said the EU and five members of the coalition supporting Ukraine will represent Europe in the next round of talks.
- The five countries are Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Poland.
- U.S.-led talks aim to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Europe would send a negotiating team and have a voice.
- U.S. envoy Jared Kushner said a deal could not be concluded without Europeans at the table.
- Forty European nations issued a declaration affirming that Ukraine should help decide the path to peace and that Europeans should decide matters affecting their security.
- Russia opposes European countries taking part in direct negotiations.
- European leaders have debated whether to appoint one envoy or send a team.
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