European countries are seeking a stronger role in efforts to end the war in Ukraine, but differences between European governments continue to make it difficult for them to present a united position.
European leaders discussed the issue at a meeting in Dublin on Friday, with concerns growing that decisions affecting Europe’s future security could be made without direct European involvement.
Several European leaders have argued that Europe must have a seat at the table in any negotiations over the future of Ukraine.
However, European governments do not share identical views on how the war should end or how relations with Russia should be handled. Questions over security guarantees for Ukraine, the role of the United States and the terms of any potential peace agreement remain sensitive.
The discussions come as diplomatic efforts surrounding the war continue, including attempts to secure prisoner exchanges and establish a possible path towards broader negotiations.
