Since the war in eastern Ukraine began in 2014, Kyiv has refused to hold direct talks with the Russia-backed separatists, arguing it would play into Moscow’s hands by lending legitimacy to its proxy forces. Now, things may have changed with a plan to create an “advisory council” that would include seats for the separatists. RFE/RL looks at what transpired and what it may mean for efforts to end Europe’s only war. …read more
Source:: Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
