Event Brief
EU official opens communication channel with Kremlin
Filed: Jun 17, 2026 at 12:05 PM ET
Summary: A member of António Costa’s cabinet reached out to open a communication channel with the Kremlin.
WHO: Member of European Council President António Costa’s cabinet
WHAT: Opened a communication channel with the Kremlin via direct outreach to Russia
WHEN: Jun 17, 2026 at 11:45 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: European leaders debate opening direct talks with Moscow to end the war, and the EU wants established diplomatic channels with Russia.
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