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EU rejects Putin call for Gerhard Schröder role in Ukraine peace talks
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Top EU diplomat Kaja Kallas says Kremlin-friendly former German chancellor cannot be considered impartial Europe live – latest updates The EU on Monday dismissed Vladimir Putin’s suggestion that the Kremlin-friendly former German chancellor Gerhard Schröder could serve as a European mediator in peace talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.Over the weekend, the Russian leader put forward Schröder – a longtime ally – as a possible figure to help restart talks with Europe, saying he would “personally” favour the former German leader for the role. Continue reading...
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