Stubb Calls Putin, Marks First Direct Contact Between Russian President and European Colleagues in Over a Year
On October 27, 2026, European Union diplomat Stubb initiated a direct call with Russian President Putin, marking the first such contact between the two leaders in over a year. The call was followed by discussions with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The event is seen as a significant shift in diplomatic relations between Russia and Europe.
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Stubb and Stere called Putin on October 27, and then spoke with Zelenskyy. This became the first contact of the Russian president with European colleagues in more than a year.
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Stubb and Stere called Putin on October 27, and then spoke with Zelenskyy. This became the first contact of the Russian president with European colleagues in more than a year