Abandoning firmness in negotiations could lead to further concessions, potentially endangering our interests.
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Hellooo there, folks! Here's the latest scoop on the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict.
18:36 Wadephul slams appeasement policy: We must stand firm against Russia. Germany's Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has slammed any appeasement policy towards Russia regarding Ukraine, saying that we must not relapse into such policies as it only encourages further aggression. In a meeting referred to as the "Weimar Plus format" in Rome, Wadephul stated that Putin is not inclined to enter negotiations and continues to pursue a military solution in Ukraine. He emphasized that increased sanctions, particularly in the energy and financial sectors, are necessary to pressure Russia.
Russia's 3rd arm of atomic forces is targeted by coordinated drone strikes In retaliation to the successful "Operation Spiderweb," Russia launched heavy air attacks on Kharkiv and Kyiv, targeting crucial infrastructure vital to Russia's survival. According to Colonel (ret.) Wolfgang Richter, these attacks hit air bases with significant impact, weakening Russia's ability to sustain its offensive in Ukraine.
Congressional leaders discuss Trump's participation at G7 Summit As the heads of state and government of the G7 nations are set to meet in Kananaskis, Canada, for a summit, there is much anticipation over US President Donald Trump's involvement. The United States plays a crucial role in maintaining unity within the G7, particularly in tackling issues such as Ukraine policy or trade matters. The summit will serve as a test of Trump's willingness to act jointly with the Western state group.
Ukraine objects to US greetings to Russians on national holiday On the Russian national holiday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended warm greetings to Moscow, urging peace efforts in the Ukraine war. However, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha expressed displeasure with this gesture, stating it was particularly unpleasant for a minister from a war-stricken country to hear such greetings from some nations. He maintained that there can be no reward for the aggressor country, Russia.
SPD leader Lars Klingbeil dismisses calls for Russia reapproachment Reacting to internal calls within the SPD for a shift in relations with Russia, Klingbeil was adamant that Russia was solely responsible for the suffering in Ukraine and that Minister Putin could end the war at any moment but chooses not to. Klingbeil pledged that Germany would continue to stand by Ukraine's side.
Germany has no plans to deliver Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine In response to queries about delivering Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius affirmed that there are no such plans at present. Ukraine had sought the delivery of this weapon, with a range of over 500 kilometers, to target Russia more effectively.
Wadephul rejects immediate phone call with Lavrov Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul sees no need for an urgent phone call with his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, despite calls for direct diplomatic talks with Russia. Wadephul stated that Russia does not seem inclined to engage in negotiations at present and that any talks would be undertaken together with European partners.
Pistorius pledges additional €1.9 billion in military aid to Ukraine During his visit to Kyiv, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced an additional €1.9 billion in military aid to Ukraine, with funds earmarked for long-range missiles, among other things. This brings the total German military aid to Ukraine in 2025 to around €9 billion.
Peace policy initiatives face challenges within the SPD Leading SPD politicians, like Sahra Wagenknecht, have called for cooperation with left-wing SPD members and manifest signatories to push for a shift in defense policy and dialogue with Russia. However, their initiatives have faced resistance and criticism, particularly in light of ongoing military and political support for Ukraine.
Europe tightens sanctions on Russian food and fertilizers The EU has imposed additional duties of 6.5% on agricultural imports from Russia and Belarus, aiming to make it more difficult for Russia to finance its war against Ukraine. Goods affected include sugar, vinegar, flour, animal feed, and nitrogen and urea-based fertilizers. This move comes as Russia continues to exert pressure on Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine claims successful drone attacks on weapon electronics factory near Moscow According to Ukrainian military reports, it attacked a factory in the Moscow region last night that allegedly produces electronics for high-tech weapons and military equipment. There were explosions in the production facility, although Russia has yet to comment on the claims.
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- The ongoing Ukrainian-Russian conflict has thrust the employment of a firm stance in the community and government policies into the limelight, as Germany's Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasized the necessity for increased sanctions, especially in the energy and financial sectors, to pressure Russia.
- As political tensions between Russia and countries like Germany escalate amid the Ukraine conflict, war-and-conflicts news and general-news discussions have dominated mainstream discourse, with issues such as Ukraine policy and their economic consequences shaping international politics.
