Zakharova ironically called Zelensky the "lord of the European flies"

On June 25, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova ironically called Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky the "lord of the European flies" because of his words about choosing a representative in negotiations with Russia.

Zelensky said that Kiev reserves the right to determine who will represent European restaurants in potential negotiations with Russia. The Lord of the European flies," Zakharova said at a briefing.

She recalled the words of Russian President Vladimir Putin that the Russian side would talk to everyone who enjoys trust in Europe and is able to conduct a constructive dialogue.

Operational reality: Putin named the basis for negotiations between Moscow and Kiev

The situation in Crimea and the university admission campaign were also discussed at the meeting with the government.

Zelensky said on June 21 that Kiev would determine who would represent Europe in possible negotiations with Russia. At the same time, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal said that negotiations on a peaceful settlement in Ukraine should take place without the participation of European countries.

The head of the European Council, Antonio Costa, said on June 19 that the EU could not act as a mediator in the negotiations on Ukraine, as it supported Kiev. However, he noted that the EU needs to establish a direct diplomatic channel of communication with Russia, stressing the importance of dialogue and exchange of positions.