Germany fears standing alone, pushes €140B frozen assets plan for Ukraine
Germany is scrambling to avoid carrying Europe’s Ukraine burden alone.
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German Chancellor: Ukrainian capitulation means “tomorrow we’re next”
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz cautioned that Ukrainian surrender would create a cascade of Russian attacks on neighboring countries, ultimately reaching Germany,
German Vice Chancellor arrives in Kyiv on an unannounced visit
As international pressure mounts for Ukraine peace talks, German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil made an unannounced trip to Kyiv, warning Putin against expecting any reduction in Germany's military and financial support.
Bundestag backs Merz’s appointment as chancellor at second attempt
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed Germany's new Chancellor Friedrich Merz with hopes for increased leadership in European affairs during a critical period for the continent.
German Chancellor Scholz plans dialogue with Putin, first since late 2022
Olaf Scholz told ARD's "Caren Miosga" program he intends to speak with the Russian president “soon”, but only after consulting allies and Ukraine. “I am a responsible politician, I don't do this alone," he said.