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Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis stated that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s remarks lack substance, asserting that Europe faces a choice between federalisation or dissolution of the euro. His comments coincide with an informal EU summit focusing on eurobonds and competitiveness.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have called for the European Union to re-engage diplomatically with Russia to influence post-war security discussions. This push has intensified amid debates on appointing a special envoy to streamline communication with the Kremlin.

The German government, represented by a spokesperson from the Federal Foreign Office, has reiterated its opposition to reopening diplomatic channels with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing discussions among European leaders on negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine.