BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) (ITALPRESS) – “The negotiation has not yet begun. I see that there is someone, like President Conte, who argues about this. We are convinced that precisely because Europe has inflicted sanctions on Russia cannot be part of the negotiation. But when the negotiation begins, there is no negotiation now, there is perhaps a dialogue between Americans and Russians that continues, but there is still no negotiation. Negotiation cannot be done without Ukraine and without Europe“. Thus the Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, on the edge of the Foreign Council, on the absence of Italy in the peace negotiations.
“Europe must play its role in ensuring peace in Kiev, also because it has imposed sanctions on Russia. When there will be a chance to sit at a table, we will all work to reach peace in Ukraine”, he said earlier. “We are in favour of using these frozen goods to support Ukraine and rebuilding the territories, but we must find the legal basis. It is a matter purely in the hands of legislators, not political.” Another fundamental theme of the debate will be the Russian shadow fleet. “They continue to violate the embargo and the sanctions of the European Union – Tajani explains – and it is a source of risks for hybrid wars and cyber attacks.” Finally, the minister reaffirmed support for Ukraine and how it is crucial for Europe: “Kiev represents a security barrier for Europe. If Ukraine falls, the risks for the Union also increase, and we cannot afford it.”.
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