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Europe to send united front to peace talks
DW.com • • world
Key Points:
- Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Poland, and the EU will jointly represent Europe in potential peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to present a united front.
- Russian Foreign Ministry denies discussions about European participation in peace talks, contradicting US envoy Jared Kushner's statement that Putin was willing to include Europeans.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reports unresolved issues with Elon Musk's Starshield satellite internet system, which is critical for military communications, citing speed restrictions affecting its use.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges US President Donald Trump to avoid surprises in upcoming talks with Putin, emphasizing the importance of aligning with European and Ukrainian interests.
- Russia demands clarity on the EU's genuine intentions before agreeing to expand the peace talks format to include European representatives, with Kremlin officials expressing skepticism about Europe's role.
