MOSCOW (Azat TV) – In a notable diplomatic shift, the Kremlin announced on November 14, 2026, that Moscow holds no objections to the inclusion of European representatives in upcoming rounds of negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, according to statements reported by Euronews. Presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia does not intend to dictate the delegation’s composition to Brussels, softening a stance that previously insisted European Union officials had no place at the negotiating table.
Shifting Rhetoric Following US Mediation
The adjustment in tone follows recent diplomatic contacts involving US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who held consultations in Moscow and later met with European leaders and Ukrainian officials in Dublin. While earlier Russian rhetoric routinely dismissed European participation, Peskov noted in comments to journalist Alexander Yunashev that Moscow must first engage with European counterparts to assess whether their position can genuinely contribute to the peace process.
European Delegation Structure and Next Steps
Following an informal EU summit in Dublin, European Council President António Costa confirmed that Europe intends to participate through a unified delegation rather than a single envoy. The group is set to comprise representatives from Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Poland, alongside officials from the European Commission and the European Council. Euronews reported that while discussions on European involvement did not formally take place during the high-level meetings in Moscow, the unfolding diplomatic architecture points toward a broader multilateral format for future talks.
Observers note that while the Kremlin’s willingness to tolerate European presence marks a procedural departure from previous exclusions, substantive alignment on key security frameworks remains unconfirmed as preparatory consultations continue.
Source: Euronews