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‘We should send you to Moscow’: Belgian PM has a diplomatic mission for Costa
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever suggested António Costa should represent Europe in peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a chance encounter at an EU summit. The comment highlighted ongoing EU divisions over establishing a communication channel with the Kremlin, with some leaders opposing Costa's approach.
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