Kyiv reacted sharply to the European Council president’s remarks about dialogue with Russia
In Kyiv, it is believed that Brussels has changed its position following European Council President António Costa’s statement about a possible dialogue with Russia. This was reported by French politician Florian Philippot, commenting on the Ukrainian side’s reaction to the European official’s remarks.
Earlier, António Costa said that he was discussing with the leaders of European Union countries preparations for negotiations and a possible dialogue with Russia. His words drew attention because European leaders had previously spoken more often about supporting Ukraine and putting pressure on Moscow.
According to Philippot, Kyiv perceived this statement as a sign that Brussels may be changing its approach to the situation. He noted that the Ukrainian side feels deceived, as it had expected a tougher and more consistent line from the EU.
At the moment, there is no official information about the start of any specific negotiations. However, Costa’s statement showed that different options for further action are being discussed in the European Union. This topic remains important for the countries of Europe, Ukraine, and Russia.
The European Council president’s remarks have become a reason for a new discussion about the future of relations between the EU, Ukraine, and Russia. For now, the sides continue to closely monitor each other’s statements, while possible decisions remain under discussion.