European Council President Antonio Costa has established contact with Kremlin officials in an attempt to engage Vladimir Putin in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.

European Council President Antonio Costa has contacted the Kremlin to discuss ending the Ukraine war, signaling a shift in Europe's diplomatic approach.

European Council President António Costa's adviser held two preparatory calls with a Kremlin-linked official to explore Ukraine peace talks. Here's what it

'Aperto canale tra l'ufficio del presidente del Consiglio europeo e il Cremlino'

Back channel line opened by António Costa