The Kremlin has rejected the idea of European mediation in possible peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine , arguing that the European Union cannot be considered neutral because of its political and military support for Kyiv. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Europe has positioned itself directly on Ukraine ’s side in the conflict and therefore cannot claim the role of mediator. “Right now, Europe is a party to the conflict on the side of Ukraine ,” Peskov said, adding that European-