Gerhard Schroeder selected for Ukraine peace talks mediation

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed that former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder facilitate peace talks with the European Union regarding Ukraine, although EU officials are skeptical. Putin expressed a willingness to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for direct discussions, contingent on agreed terms for a peace deal. Amid ongoing conflict, US-backed negotiations have stalled, with both sides accusing each other of violating ceasefire agreements.

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