Lithuanian president urges EU to avoid talks with Putin No dialogue when Russia speaks in missiles

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has voiced strong skepticism toward initiatives by some European leaders to reopen dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning that such moves carry significant risks for Europe.

Nausėda was reacting to recent calls by French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni urging the European Union to begin negotiations with Moscow, Caliber.Az reports, citing Lithuanian media.

“When we speak different languages, a translator or a dictionary often helps. When one side speaks the language of peace and the other speaks in missiles, understanding is impossible—no translator can help here,” Nausėda said.

The Lithuanian president argued that Russia continues to pursue an “imperialist policy” and to “tear Ukraine apart,” adding that any attempt to engage Moscow in talks could be interpreted as a sign of weakness. Such a perception, he warned, could embolden Russia to increase pressure on Europe.

“I very much wish that our EU colleagues do not make mistakes and do not step on the same rake once again,” Nausėda added.

By Vafa Guliyeva