Coming week could be 'pivotal' for Ukraine diplomacy: EU's Kallas
Summary
EU diplomat Kaja Kallas says the upcoming week could be crucial for diplomacy to end the Ukraine war, as US envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin following difficult talks with Ukraine. The EU seeks to finalize a 140-billion-euro loan to support Ukraine at a December summit.
Key Points
- EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas says this week could be pivotal for diplomacy to end the Ukraine war.
- US envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin following talks with Ukrainian negotiators.
- Kallas emphasizes the need for European involvement in Ukraine diplomacy to strengthen Ukraine's position.
- The EU aims to finalize a 140-billion-euro loan for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets at a December 18 leaders summit.