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Fantasy vs. reality: Why the EU cant find its Putin envoy

What happened
The EU's European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas have significant power, but still require unanimity among member states for certain decisions. The Commission has no military power to back up its decisions. Von der Leyen has the power to propose new funding mechanisms for Ukraine and borrow money on the EU's behalf.
Why it matters
The EU's inability to establish a Putin envoy may limit its ability to negotiate with Russia, potentially affecting international relations and policy decisions. The EU's internal power dynamics and limitations may hinder its effectiveness in dealing with Russia. The situation may have implications for the EU's ability to address global conflicts.
Key facts
- The European Commission requires unanimity among member states for certain decisions
- Von der Leyen has the power to propose new funding mechanisms for Ukraine
- The Commission has no military power to back up its decisions
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