Jonas Gahr Stoere

“stressed the importance of de-escalation”

Jonas Gahr Stoere · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28

Stoere said he and Stubb stressed the importance of de-escalation to Putin during the call.

“Talking to the other side does in no way mean that we take off the pressure. So I believe that that is something Europe also should do with voices that can be understood on that side.”

Jonas Gahr Stoere · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28

Stoere argued that engaging Russia in dialogue does not reduce pressure on Moscow.