Event Brief
Macron and Merz attack EU stance on Putin talks
Filed: Jun 19, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
Summary: A late-night Brussels summit exposed splits over how and when to negotiate with Russia over Ukraine.
WHO: Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz
WHAT: Macron and Merz criticized the EU’s stance on holding talks with Putin over Ukraine, highlighting leadership splits.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 9:16 PM ET
WHERE: Brussels
WHY: They reacted to disagreements over the EU’s approach and timing for negotiating with Russia over Ukraine.
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