French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the decision by European Council President António Costa to establish dialogue with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. — Ukrinform.

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

The President of the European Council, António Costa, has established contact with the Kremlin in an effort to engage Russian leader Vladimir Putin in discussions on ways to end…