European Union officials debate whether and how to resume talks with Russia

Several European Union officials and politicians are discussing the bloc's future relationship with Russia. Some, like Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, say it's time for the EU to talk to Russia directly, while others, like a Russian diplomat, say talks can only resume if the EU drops its sanctions policy.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban criticized the EU for discussing potential Russian reparations, calling them 'fairy tales.' Meanwhile, Polish President Andrzej Duda warned that the EU is a 'fading star' and highlighted the ongoing Russian threat.