José Manuel Barroso, former president of the European Commission, stated that Russia is keen on involving Europe in peace talks regarding Ukraine. He emphasized that peace cannot be achieved without lifting EU sanctions, which have been extensive since the war began. Despite Hungary's opposition, the EU has maintained a unified stance on sanctions. Barroso defended the EU's ability to act despite differing opinions among member states, highlighting the importance of unity in addressing geopolitical challenges. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)