EU diplomats say Costa lost control of energy talks

European Council President Antonio Costa has lost control of negotiations among EU leaders over measures to address the looming energy crisis, according to the Rapporteur publication, citing European diplomats. One diplomat said Costa "lost the thread of compromises" after hours of fruitless talks. Another diplomat compared Costa to his predecessor Charles Michel, who was often criticized for summit organization. A third source defended Costa, noting the difficulty of negotiating among 27 leaders "with big egos." The publication reports that the summit dinner is delayed and the evening press conference for the first day has been cancelled.