Ukraine and Russia have agreed to expand next round of negotiations to include European countries

It’s a pretty chilly morning in Dublin, but the European Council president, António Costa, is keen to signal to his hosts that he’s ready to do business, showing off a cute Irish green scarf to Ireland’s Micheál Martin.

Today’s host, Ireland’s Micheál Martin, said discussions will focus on what Europe needs to consider any future Ukraine settlement a just and sustainable peace.

“The substance of any peace agreement is as important as who represents Europe. Europe needs to be very clear in terms of what would constitute a sustainable peace for the continent, well into the future. Security guarantees are a significant part of that, and also the reconstruction of Ukraine.”