Merz calls for a firm stance on Ukraine, hinting at escalated sanctions if Russia fails to comply
Putin faces potential escalation of sanctions by Merz
In a bold move, the new Chancellor has given Russia an ultimatum: agree to a lasting ceasefire, or face increased sanctions alongside Western allies. With the EU aligning their stance with US President Trump, Germany's Friedrich Merz has made it clear that Russia bears responsibility for a viable ceasefire.
During his inaugural visit to Brussels, Merz, after meeting with EU Council President António Costa, stated, "If Russia fails to agree to a durable ceasefire, providing ground for a genuine peace treaty, we will not think twice about escalating the sanctions pressure in unison with our European partners and the United States of America."
Merz's initial phone conversation with Trump, held just two days after assuming office, revealed the Chancellor's intent to collaborate with Trump's initiative for a 30-day ceasefire. The CDU politician confidently asserted, "There is a draft communiqué in the works among the EU member states – Germany, France, Poland, and Britain – which closely mirrors Trump's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire."
The ball now seems to be in Russia's court, as Merz expressed hope that they will seize this opportunity to negotiate a true ceasefire and peace treaty. With Trump vowing to apply more pressure on Russia, Merz believes that this weekend could usher in a significant phase of serious negotiations.
Context:While there is no concrete evidence supporting a direct threat from Merz to Russia regarding new sanctions, it is noteworthy that Chancellor Merz is aligning his stance with Trump's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukrainian conflict. However, unlike Trump, Merz's remarks suggest that if Russia does not comply, the potential for heightened sanctions remains.
References:ntv.de, chl/dpa
Related Terms:Friedrich Merz, Vladimir Putin, Sanctions, Ceasefire, Donald Trump
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