Talking to Putin: Europe seeks a negotiator-in-chief for Ukraine

European governments are increasingly aware of the need to appoint a representative for direct negotiations with Vladimir Putin regarding a peace agreement for Ukraine. The urgency of this decision has intensified following U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff's recent visit to Russia, where he proposed a summit involving Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to advocate for a ceasefire.