G7 Diplomats Demand Rubio Include Europe in Upcoming Russia-Ukraine Peace Negotiations
European foreign ministers press US Secretary Marco Rubio in Paris to ensure Ukraine receives a fair settlement as US-mediated talks begin in Abu Dhabi.
POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — European foreign ministers gathered in Paris on Monday to urgently lobby U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for the inclusion of European nations in negotiations regarding the conflict with Russia.
The high-level discussions occurred during a G7 meeting just as United States-mediated peace talks are set to commence in Abu Dhabi.
Diplomats from Europe emphasized the need to ensure that any potential settlement ending the war remains equitable and protects the interests of Ukraine.
Beyond the Russian conflict, top European officials are also seeking to help steer international policy away from potential new escalations of violence involving Iran.
The G7 summit comes at a critical juncture as allies evaluate the global landscape and the shifting U.S. approach to ongoing international crises.
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