Postponed talks between the United States and Iran are dampening expectations at the European Union summit, according to France 24. EU leaders had hoped to finalize a memorandum that would refocus diplomatic attention on the conflict in Ukraine. But the Middle East remains a central concern: European leaders are now weighing whether to sever trade ties with Israel, adding another layer of complexity to their discussions.

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