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title: "Peskov Cuts Off the Path to the Negotiating Table: EU Becomes a 'Party to the Conflict' According to the Kremlin"
description: "The Kremlin has found a new reason to reject the EU as a mediator in negotiations: Peskov called Brussels a 'party to the conflict'. 🧐 While Europe seeks a unified strategy, Russia continues to drag out the process. 🌍🤝"
date: 2026-05-29T08:32:00.000Z
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url: https://xab.info/en/posts/peskov-cuts-off-the-path-to-the-negotiating-table-eu-becomes-a-party-to-the-conflict-according-to-the-kremlin
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# Peskov Cuts Off the Path to the Negotiating Table: EU Becomes a 'Party to the Conflict' According to the Kremlin

![Dmitry Peskov against an ornamental wall, discussing the role of the EU in negotiations](https://xab.info/media/2026/05/29/peskov-otrezal-put-k-stolu-peregovorov-es-stal-storonoj-konflikta-po-versii-kremlja/dmitrij-peskov-kremlj-deklaracii.webp)

The Kremlin is once again redrawing the diplomatic map, inventing new arguments to prolong endless discussions about peace. This time, the role of the European Union is under attack. Dmitry Peskov, the official spokesperson for Putin's administration, has formulated a thesis that effectively closes the door on Brussels acting as a mediator. The logic is simple and cynical: according to the Kremlin, the EU is a party to the conflict and therefore cannot be an arbiter in the dispute with Kyiv.

### Diplomatic Deadlock or Tactical Maneuver?

Peskov's statement sounds like a verdict. He directly stated that the refusal to dialogue with Moscow is Brussels' "biggest mistake," leading to a deadlock. However, behind these words lies an attempt to shift the responsibility for the lack of peace onto Western countries. In fact, Russia rejects any scenario where the EU has weight in the negotiations.

In recent weeks, European capitals have actively discussed candidates who could take on the role of negotiator. Among the possible contenders, the name of Finnish President Alexander Stubb was mentioned. The name of Angela Merkel was even heard, although the former German Chancellor has already made it clear that she does not consider herself a suitable figure for this mission.

### Who Can Talk to Putin?

Vladimir Putin himself proposed an unexpected solution — the candidacy of Gerhard Schröder, the former Chancellor of Germany. However, this initiative was met with hostility both in Berlin and in Brussels. Schröder, known for his closeness to the Russian leader, inspires distrust among many European politicians, and his candidacy has not found support.

Nevertheless, unity within the EU on the issue of a negotiator has not been achieved. Countries that most actively support Ukraine are against the idea of a single representative. Their concerns are understandable: they believe that Putin is not inclined to a serious ceasefire, and the appearance of a mediator could only weaken the sanctions pressure on Moscow.

### Strategy Instead of Tactics

As a result, the European Union has decided not to appoint a main representative for possible negotiations for now. Instead of rushing, Brussels will focus on developing a common strategy. This decision reflects the understanding that without a clear plan and unity of positions, any attempts at mediation could be used by Russia in its own interests.

Thus, the Kremlin continues to play its own game, rejecting potential mediators and shifting the blame onto others. While the EU seeks a unified strategy, Russia is dragging out time, hoping for war fatigue and a rift in the Western camp.