European Council President António Costa’s diplomatic outreach to the Kremlin has exposed deep divisions within the European Union regarding the approach to Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The proposal for contact, details of which remain largely undisclosed, has prompted debate among EU leaders about maintaining communication channels with Moscow. Some member states reportedly support dialogue, while others strongly oppose any engagement that could be perceived as legitimizing Russia’s actions. This disagreement highlights the complex and fractured response within the EU to the conflict and the future of relations with Russia. The situation underscores the challenge of forging a unified foreign policy when fundamental disagreements exist on how to address a major geopolitical crisis. The lack of a clear end in sight for the war in Ukraine further complicates the issue, intensifying the pressure on EU leaders to define a cohesive strategy.