EU Rejects Putin's Proposal for Gerhard Schroeder
European governments have rejected a suggestion by Russian President Vladimir Putin that former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder could represent them in possible future talks with Moscow on the continent's security.
Putin made the proposal over the weekend, saying he believed the war in Ukraine was coming to an end and that he would be willing to negotiate new security arrangements for Europe.
However, European Union foreign ministers were quick to dismiss the idea, citing concerns about Schroeder's close ties to Russia and his role as a key player in Nord Stream 2 pipeline project.
The rejection is seen as a significant blow to Putin's efforts to re-engage with Europe on security issues.
As the situation continues to develop, it remains to be seen whether Putin will find alternative ways to engage with European leaders or if the current impasse will persist.