Meloni Urges EU to Appoint Single Ukraine Peace Envoy

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warned that the European Union risks becoming irrelevant in Ukraine peace negotiations because of a proliferation of competing diplomatic initiatives. In a letter to EU Council President Antonio Costa, Meloni argued that the current lack of a unified approach undermines the bloc's credibility and creates an impression of "random order."

Meloni urged European Union leaders to appoint a single representative with a clear mandate to speak on behalf of the bloc. She stated that Italy will not accept commitments negotiated without a formal EU mandate.

The Prime Minister requested that the European Council discuss the proposal during an informal meeting in Dublin next week. A formal decision is expected at a December summit following coordination with partners, including Britain and Norway.