Europe's divided voice on Ukraine weakens its position in Dublin talks

European leaders meeting in Dublin for two summits are struggling to present a unified front on Ukraine negotiations, weakening their diplomatic position amid US and Russian pressure, despite their determination to have greater influence. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warned that a divided Europe serves those who want the war to continue. Disagreements have emerged over appointing a special envoy, with France, Germany, the UK, Italy, and EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas each backing different approaches. Around forty countries signed a European security charter reaffirming that European security matters must be decided with Europeans. However, EU officials cautioned that discussions on a new security architecture risk diverting attention from stopping the killings in Ukraine.