Europe’s top diplomats press Rubio over conflicts at G7
European capitals have insisted on being represented at the upcoming Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Abu Dhabi.
European foreign ministers confronted US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at a G7 summit in Paris, urging him to ensure any resolution to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict is fair to Ukraine. The ministers stressed the importance of representing Europe at upcoming negotiations in Abu Dhabi, where US-mediated talks aim to end the five-year war.
Germany's Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, emphasized that Europe belongs at the table in these talks, stating that there can be no solution without Europe. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot also affirmed that Europeans would be represented at the Abu Dhabi talks.
Rubio acknowledged that the post-war security infrastructure of Europe is a key topic in discussions about negotiations. However, he noted that no progress has been made in talks with Iran, with Tehran's demands deemed unrealistic and outrageous. US President Trump's son-in-law and envoy, Jared Kushner, suggested that Russia and Europe must hold direct talks on broader security arrangements as part of any Ukraine peace deal.
EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen reiterated that Russia must cease fighting in Ukraine before meaningful discussions on broader security arrangements can begin.
EU officials stressed that Russia must cease its attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and show genuine willingness to negotiate. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand highlighted the importance of US-mediated talks in ending the war, noting the positive prospect of both sides willing to discuss a settlement. Wadephul urged Moscow to abandon maximalist demands and warned against any negotiation show, emphasizing the need for substantial progress in talks to avoid military escalation.
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