Scholz Hails Zelenskyy's Peace Push Over Ceasefire Offer
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German Chancellor Scholz has a brief conversation with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy near the end of Scholz's term. - Scholz in a call with Zelenskyy before Zelenskyy's term concludes.
While on a call with Zelenskyy, Scholz remarked, "Ukraine's willingness to accept a 30-day unconditional ceasefire demonstrates that their pursuit of peace surpasses all others." As per Steffen Hebestreit, senior advisor to Scholz, he also urged Putin to drop his underhanded tactics, end hostilities, and cease his destructive campaign.
Scholz extended gratitude to Zelenskyy for their productive collaboration and admiration for Zelenskyy's leadership throughout trying times. Hebekstreit also highlighted Scholz's praise for the courage and resilience displayed by Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people under constant Russian intimidation.
According to Hebestreit, Scholz assured Zelenskyy of Germany's relentless support, in concert with European and international partners, with the commitment to stand by Ukraine for as long as it takes. The Russian invasion of Ukraine and its aftermath have significantly defined Scholz's tenure as chancellor.
On Monday evening, Scholz will receive a grand military salute at the Ministry of Defense in Berlin, followed by the Bundestag's election of Friedrich Merz (CDU) as the new chancellor on Tuesday.
- Olaf Scholz
- Volodymyr Zelensky
- Steffen Hebestreit
- Ukraine
- SPD
Background Info
Recent ceasefire discussions involve various international proposals and debates. Ukraine has renewed its offer for a complete and unconditional 30-day ceasefire, a gesture of goodwill. This broader proposal, backed by Ukrainian and European officials, seeks robust security guarantees from the U.S. and no territorial concessions before a full ceasefire can occur.
However, the U.S. has proposed ceasefires, but Russia has yet to agree. The U.S. also faces disagreements with Ukraine and Europe regarding security guarantees and territorial matters. To obtain up-to-date information, it's advisable to refer to recent or specific diplomatic reports.
- Olaf Scholz, during his call with Volodymyr Zelenskyy shortly before the end of his term of office, praised Zelenskyy's peace push and Ukraine's willingness to accept a 30-day unconditional ceasefire.
- Steffen Hebestreit, senior advisor to Scholz, conversely, urged Russian president Vladimir Putin to drop his underhanded tactics, end hostilities, and cease his destructive campaign.
- Scholz extended gratitude to Zelenskyy for their productive collaboration and admiration for Zelenskyy's leadership, highlighting the courage and resilience displayed by Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people under constant Russian intimidation.
- The Russian invasion of Ukraine and its aftermath have significantly shaped Scholz's tenure as chancellor, with Germany remaining committed to supporting Ukraine, alongside European and international partners, for as long as it takes.
