Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni calls on the European Union to designate a single representative who would speak for the bloc in any future negotiations with Russia. Speaking amid ongoing debate over how the EU should engage Vladimir Putin, Meloni argues that the EU should not rely on ad hoc diplomatic formats led by a small number of European leaders. She says current approaches lack legitimacy to represent all EU member states. While pressing for a unified EU interlocutor for talks, Meloni also reaffirms Italy’s support for Ukraine. The proposal places her intervention within a broader discussion in EU member states about what diplomatic channels and authority should be used if negotiations aimed at ending the war with Russia are pursued. The call centers on the need for clearer EU representation and a consistent mandate for any contact, rather than multiple voices or informal arrangements. Both outlets report her position as part of efforts to shape the EU’s stance toward Russia while maintaining alignment with support for Ukraine.