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A key argument made during the discussion was the critical need for Europe to engage in dialogue with Moscow directly. Professor Sachs criticized the EU's reluctance to use its considerable political weight to facilitate peace talks, demonstrating a flawed belief that only a U.S.-mediated track is valid. He emphasized the historical necessity of diplomacy, noting that open communication reduces misperceptions and enhances mutual understanding, which is vital in any negotiation process.