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Financial TimesThursday, 21 May 2026
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Brussels considers Merkel or Draghi to lead talks with Putin over Ukraine
Push to reopen formal channels ● US and Kyiv support initiative ● EU ministers meet next week
The paper frames the story as a pragmatic diplomatic development, focusing on the procedural steps and high-level personnel being considered by the EU rather than the emotional weight of the conflict.
The European Union is exploring the appointment of a heavyweight former leader to re-establish formal diplomatic channels with Russia regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. This reflects a potential shift towards negotiated settlements, reportedly with backing from both Washington and Kyiv.
“Push to reopen formal channels”
“Pragmatic internationalist”
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