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Some EU leaders furious at Costa official’s calls with the Kremlin

European Council President Antonio Costa attempted to open a diplomatic back channel to Moscow. The move has caused outrage among several EU leaders and exposed divisions within the bloc. Costa is positioning himself to represent the EU in potential negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

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New reports reveal the European Council president's chief of staff held two calls with Moscow.

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  1. EU Leaders Split Over Antonio Costa's Kremlin Outreach

    European Council President Antonio Costa attempted to open a diplomatic back channel to Moscow. The move has caused outrage among several EU leaders and exposed divisions within the bloc. Costa is positioning himself to represent the EU in potential negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

    What's confirmed:

    • European Council President Antonio Costa sought to establish a diplomatic communication channel with the Kremlin.
    • The move to open communication with Russia has caused anger and unease among some EU leaders.
    • Costa intends to represent the EU in potential negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The European Council president's chief of staff held two calls with Moscow without notifying some governments.
    • Kyiv urged EU leaders to take a more active role in negotiations last month.
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