Could Europe take over Ukraine peace talks from Trump? Here's what officials say (opens in new tab)

The EU is not about to hold its own peace talks with Russia and has no concrete plans to do so, several bloc's leaders and diplomats have confirmed on May 8, following news reports that suggested otherwise. The discussions come as U.S.-mediated peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv have remained stalled for more than two months, as Washington is focused on its war with Iran. Frustration among European capitals at the lack of progress has led EU leaders to prepare for their own talks with Russia'