Take That, Putin: Merz Warns Russia Faces Escalating Sanctions Over Ukraine Conflict!
Putin faces potential new financial restrictions due to Merz's warnings
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has thrown down the gauntlet to Russia, declaring his readiness to release a fresh wave of sanctions if peace negotiations over the Ukraine conflict aren't agreed upon. Merz maintains that Russia has the power to halt the ongoing hostilities by accepting a 30-day ceasefire, leading to meaningful peace talks.
Should Russia fail to oblige, Merz plans to team up with European partners and the US to escalate the economic pressure on Moscow. Merz met with EU Council President António Costa to discuss the potential for peace, with the Chancellor expressing optimism about Trump's efforts to exert influence upon Russia to cooperate.
During a recent phone call with Trump, Merz highlighted the united stance of major European nations—including Germany, France, Poland, and the UK—in their support for Trump's 30-day ceasefire proposal. A draft communiqué, which mirrors Trump's initiative, is currently under consideration by these key EU member states [1][2][3][4].
Remember, this is just the tip of the iceberg; the real action will unfold if Russia continues to stonewall meaningful dialogue and peace initiatives. #Germany #Russia #Sanctions #Ukraine #ChancellorMerz
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- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict, hoping it would lead to meaningful peace talks with Russia, and he has criticized Vladimir Putin for not complying.
- Merz has been discussing potential peace with EU Council President António Costa and plans to escalate sanctions if Russia continues to resist negotiations, joined by European partners and the US.
- In a recent phone call with Donald Trump, Merz highlighted the support of major European nations, including France, Poland, and the UK, behind Trump's 30-day ceasefire proposal, with a draft communiqué currently under consideration.
- If Russia continues to stonewall the dialogue and peace initiatives, Merz's plan of action with global allies may lead to an escalation of sanctions, targeting Russian interests in war-and-conflicts, politics, economics, and general-news, such as the "Shadow Fleet."
