Kremlin Rejects EU Mediation in Ukraine Peace Talks
The Kremlin has firmly rejected the European Union's potential role as a mediator in peace negotiations regarding the war in Ukraine. Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesman, declared that Brussels is a direct participant in the conflict due to its sustained military and political support for Kyiv. He argued that this involvement disqualifies the EU from acting as a good-faith intermediary, accusing it of attempting to deliver a crushing blow to Russia. This stance contrasts with recent suggestions by European Council President António Costa, who expressed openness to negotiating with President Vladimir Putin if coordinated with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. While Ukraine welcomes increased European pressure on Russia, Putin has indicated a preference for mediators who have not criticized Russia, such as former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that both Moscow and Kyiv view Washington as the primary viable mediator, despite the U.S. being Ukraine's largest military donor. The rejection underscores the deep diplomatic rift between Russia and the EU, complicating prospects for near-term peace talks involving European institutions.
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