Jared Kushner proposes reviving the Russia-NATO Council to Europeans

Initiative on security architecture

Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of the US president, proposed that European politicians consider the possibility of reviving the Russia-NATO Council. In his words, this instrument could become the foundation for creating a new security system in Europe.

Columnist David Ignatius of The Washington Post reported on this initiative. He cites a source familiar with the details of the relevant negotiations.

Historical context of the mechanism

The Russia-NATO Council was established in 2002. Its main purpose was cooperation and coordination of military and political actions between Moscow and the countries of the North Atlantic Alliance. The last meeting of this body took place in January 2022, shortly before Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Reaction of European leaders

The idea of using this format as the basis for a future security system was voiced by Kushner during recent consultations in Brussels. Meanwhile, European politicians who spoke with Ignatius stated that they are ready for dialogue with Russia. However, they emphasised that they would agree to discuss a new security architecture only after an agreement on a ceasefire between Ukraine and the Russian Federation is reached.