Denmark's Prime Minister refuses to represent Europe in Ukraine talks
Photo: Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (Getty Images)
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen does not want to represent Europe in negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. In her view, European institutions should lead this effort, according to the Danish broadcaster DR.
Journalists asked Frederiksen who, in her opinion, should represent Europe in negotiations with Russia.
"We will discuss this tonight, as well as later in Dublin. For me, it is very important right now to support our European institutions," the Prime Minister replied.
When asked to clarify whether she herself would like to represent Europe, Frederiksen replied in the negative.
"No. I hope to be part of Europe's voice. But our institutions must be at the center of our work," she said.
The issue of Europe's participation in the peace process has become more pressing following the start of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, the US, and Russia. According to Bloomberg, European officials are in the city but will join the talks only if there is tangible progress. At the same time, Europe insists that Russia must first end the war before discussing the continent's security architecture.
It should become clear in the near future who will speak on behalf of Europe. According to Zelenskyy, Europe must decide on a representative for the peace talks by the end of November. The President of Ukraine emphasized that the Europeans' role in the negotiations is crucial, as they will be the ones to provide Ukraine with security guarantees and participate in the country's reconstruction.
