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Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
HELSINKI, May 22 (Xinhua) — Technical-level talks involving Russia and Ukraine could take place in the Vatican as early as next week, Finnish President Alexander Stubb said in an interview with Yle TV on Wednesday.
According to him, the talks will most likely involve representatives from the United States and European countries. The potential meeting is a positive step toward broader international participation in efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine, A. Stubb noted.
“It is very likely that next week, for example, in the Vatican, a technical meeting will take place with the participation of Ukrainians, Russians, Americans and Europeans,” the president said.
The Finnish leader emphasized the growing role of European countries in the peace process. “We are entering a phase where Europe will also be involved – and this is what we hoped for from the beginning,” he said.
On Monday, US President Donald Trump held telephone talks with several European leaders, including A. Stubb. The head of the White House shared details of an earlier conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin and discussed with his interlocutors the ongoing negotiations, a potential ceasefire and steps to establish lasting peace in Ukraine. –0–