European allies press Rubio for a role in Russia-Ukraine talks
Summary
European foreign ministers urged U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to ensure Europe has a role in any agreement to end Russia’s war on Ukraine. Their appeal came as U.S.-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks were scheduled to begin in Abu Dhabi and G7 ministers met in Paris.Key Facts
- The G7 foreign ministers met in Paris on Monday, with the two-day meeting set to end Tuesday.
- Germany’s foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, said Europe must be included in decisions about its security and in any settlement for Ukraine.
- Russia-Ukraine talks mediated by the United States were scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.
- Wadephul urged Russia to negotiate seriously and give up what he called maximalist demands.
- Ukraine’s foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, was due to attend a Ukraine session in Paris on Tuesday and said no one should decide Ukraine’s fate without it.
- The article says G7 members have concerns about reduced U.S. support for Ukraine, changes to sanctions on Russia, and a more unilateral U.S. approach.
- Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, South Korea and Brazil were also attending the Paris meeting, where Iran and Middle East instability were expected to be discussed.
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