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Costa defends Russia outreach as EU leaders question mandate
Filed: Jun 19, 2026 at 4:04 AM ET
Summary: António Costa defended his Russia outreach despite criticism from EU leaders over his mandate.
WHO: António Costa
WHAT: Defended his outreach to Russia and sought conditions for peace talks amid EU leaders questioning his mandate.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: European Union
WHY: EU leaders questioned his mandate for outreach to Russia.
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