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Europe should pick negotiator for possible Russian talks, says Zelenskyy – Europe live
TL;DR
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Europe to select a negotiator for potential peace talks with Russia. This suggestion comes amid ongoing discussions about the conflict's resolution.
Key points
- Zelenskyy calls for Europe to choose a negotiator for talks with Russia
- MV Hondius arrives at Port of Rotterdam for disinfection
- Crew members of MV Hondius will enter quarantine
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MV Hondius
In other news, the hantavirus-hit cruiseship MV Hondius has just arrived at the Port of Rotterdam, where it will be disinfected and its crew members will go into quarantine.
The cruise ship MV Hondius, which was affected by a hantavirus outbreak, arrives for disinfection at the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Photograph: Piroschka Van De Wouw/Reuters
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested last night that the time has come for Europe to pick its preferred negotiator for eventual peace talks with Russia.
European Council president António Costa and Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy attend the 8th European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan, Armenia. Photograph: Ludovic Marin/AFP/Getty Images
After talking with the European Council president, António Costa, Zelenskyy said they agreed that “Europe must be involved in the negotiations,” and to “have a strong voice and presence in this process.”
“It is worth determining who will represent Europe specifically,” he said.
Easier said than done.
While the EU has no shortage of presidents – of the European Commission, of the European Council, of the European Parliament, to name a few – it for any tricky talks with Moscow.
Q&A
What did Zelenskyy suggest regarding peace talks with Russia?
Zelenskyy suggested that Europe should choose its preferred negotiator for future peace talks with Russia.
What is the significance of the MV Hondius arriving in Rotterdam?
The MV Hondius arrived in Rotterdam for disinfection and crew quarantine due to a hantavirus outbreak on board.
When did Zelenskyy make the suggestion about a negotiator for peace talks?
Zelenskyy made the suggestion during a statement last night, indicating the urgency for Europe to take action.
