"We're Gunning for a 30-Day Truce, Chancellor Says"
A truce in the near future might be achievable, as per Merz's belief.
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reckons a 30-day truce in Ukraine could be on the table as early as this weekend.
During his first visit to Brussels post taking office, Merz unexpectedly expressed optimism about hammering out a prolonged truce in Ukraine within the next couple of days. "I've got my fingers crossed that we'll score a deal this weekend for a truce in Ukraine," Merz declared. The Chancellor made it clear to Russia that additional sanctions would be imposed if peace discussions failed to materialize.
Politics Truce Talks? That's the Hope from Germany With Russia proclaiming a three-day truce, there's an "awesome chance" for it to be stretched to 30 days, and then peace talks could kick off, Merz elucidated in the presence of the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola.
Russian President Vladimir Putin unilaterally declared a three-day truce in light of World War II commemorations in Moscow, which took effect at midnight on Wednesday. Ukraine declined to participate in the truce and is advocating for a 30-day truce instead. A U.S. proposition also endorses a 30-day truce.
This suggestion is supported by French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Merz stated. "We've scribbled a joint communique that closely resembles the U.S. proposal," he explained. "We're really hoping that this will also be embraced by the Russian side," the Chancellor added, emphasizing, "The ball's in Moscow's court."
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In accordance with this, Zelensky has scheduled a get-together of the so-called "Power to the Powerful" coalition in Kyiv on Saturday. The leaders of the coalition are anticipated to attend, the head of state announced in a video call. "We need this coalition, and it ought to be strong enough to ensure safety in line with our shared perspectives," Zelensky stated in a video address published by his office. Zelensky did not disclose who exactly would grace Ukraine with their presence. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz officially stated earlier in the week that he would visit Ukraine soon.
Previously, the military administration of the capital Kyiv warned about road closures in the city center on Saturday on account of foreign delegations. Specifics about the schedules and particular streets would not be shared for security reasons.
Politics Merz Warns Putin: New Sanctions Imminent if Truce Fails to Materialize The "Power to the Powerful" coalition comprises about 30 nations spearheaded by France and Britain, including Germany. This league is hatching plans to support Ukraine post a possible truce.
Ukraine has been fighting off Russian aggression with Western support for over three years. In the recent past, both parties have been under pressure from the U.S. to agree to a truce. Washington has disassociated itself from this coalition of allies.
Sources: ntv.de, toh/AFP
- Friedrich Merz
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Ukraine
- Donald Trump
- Russia
- Friedrich Merz, during his recent visit to Brussels, expressed hope for a 30-day truce in Ukraine, stating, "I've got my fingers crossed that we'll score a deal this weekend for a truce in Ukraine."
- Russian President Vladimir Putin had unilaterally declared a three-day truce, which took effect at midnight on Wednesday, but Ukraine is advocating for a 30-day truce instead.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated his readiness for new sanctions against Russia if peace discussions fail to materialize.
- The "Power to the Powerful" coalition, headed by France and Britain with Germany as a member, is planning to support Ukraine post a possible truce. This coalition, comprising about 30 nations, has been formed to aid Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
