Merz: EU to decide on new Russia sanctions package on 20 May after Putin excluded himself from talks
On the previous day, Merz also said Berlin and allies could move on frozen Russian funds if a lawful basis is confirmed.
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Merz says no dictated peace—Germany will stand with Ukraine
In his first policy speech, Germany’s new leader spoke of unity with the US, condemned Russian actions, and praised Trump for ceasefire support.
Germany to halt public reports on arms sent to Ukraine
Chancellor Merz refused to confirm or deny if Taurus missiles would be transferred to Kyiv, citing the shift toward discretion in military aid.
Newly elected German Chancellor Merz plans to visit Ukraine “in the near future”
Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced plans to visit Ukraine soon as he pushes for a lasting ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
Ukrainian diplomat calls on Merz to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine
Ukraine’s UN envoy Melnyk urges Germany to lead efforts to end Russia’s war by transferring 30% of its aircraft, pushing EU/G7 funding, and redirecting frozen Russian funds to rebuild Ukraine.
Merz plans Ukraine trip for coalition of the willing summit in May
The German chancellor-in-waiting prepares the visit for 9 May, as the Kremlin threatens him after Merz supported future Taurus missile supplies to Kyiv.
Germany signals willingness to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine
The country's next leader Merz plans to supply Tauruses, breaking with current Chancellor Scholz's cautious policy.
Future Chancellor of Germany: Ukraine can become EU member only after war
In his first major foreign policy statement since securing a coalition agreement, Friedrich Merz declared that Ukraine's path to European institutions requires an end to hostilities.
German Parliament unlocks billions for defense, infrastructure, and Ukraine in historic vote
Future Chancellor Friedrich Merz secures cross-party support to allow Germany to exceed budget limits for military spending and create a €500 billion infrastructure fund.
Germany plans additional € 3 billion military aid package for Ukraine
German political parties have reached a cross-party agreement to provide Ukraine with an additional €3 billion in military assistance, with Chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz confirming the package awaits final approval from the Bundesrat on 21 March.
I’m President, I’m Commander-in-Chief: Macron turns from maverick to unifier
It took almost a decade for Macron to push through his ideas but it appears he finally got his way
Friedrich Merz claims Trump-Zelensky clash was “manufactured escalation”
The head of Germany's Christian Democratic Union believes the recent heated argument between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was deliberately staged by American officials.
Forbes: Ukraine’s SU-24 bombers poised to launch German Taurus missiles if Merz ends ban
Former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s firm opposition to sending Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine may soon be reversed, as incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz signals a potential policy shift.
Politico: Merz victory signals stronger German support for Ukraine
Friedrich Merz’s CDU is in coalition talks with SPD, as SPD’s Pistorius, another strong Ukraine backer, is expected in government.
German election frontrunner accuses Trump of echoing Putin’s stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine
Friedrich Merz, whose party leads in polls ahead of Sunday’s elections, is shocked by Trump blaming Zelenskyy for Russia's war, and urges the EU to develop a unified strategy.
German opposition leader Merz: strength, not weakness, to end war in Ukraine
German chancellor candidate assures Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of continued support for Ukraine’s fight for freedom and European values.
Zelenskyy signals openness to foreign troops in Ukraine providing security for end to war
With a focus on peace and NATO membership, President Zelenskyy weighs the idea of foreign troops for security until the war is officially ended.