Trump's adversary, Roderich Kiesewetter, asserts a lack of interest on the part of US President Donald Trump in Ukraine matters.
In the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and CDU foreign policy expert Roderich Kiesewetter have expressed firm support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
According to recent reports, Kiesewetter believes that Putin does not need to negotiate, as his bombing campaigns are improving his starting position in negotiations. However, Kiesewetter emphasizes the need to make Ukraine strong enough for negotiations. He has suggested militarily supporting Ukraine and cutting Russia's financial means, such as by opening frozen Russian assets.
Merz, on the other hand, has stated that a ceasefire should occur before negotiations begin. During a meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, Merz stressed the importance of a strong European response to Russian aggression, including maintaining sanctions and providing security assistance to Ukraine.
Kiesewetter has also called for curbing the shadow fleet in the Baltic Sea and preventing further currency acquisition for Russia on the black market for oil. He does not rule out any options for Germany, but does not yet speculate about potential troop deployment.
In terms of diplomacy, Kiesewetter does not indicate any intention of a unified European stance on securing security guarantees. However, he has praised Merz for exposing Trump's lack of interest in a peace in Ukraine.
It is important to note that no new information about military equipment purchases or financial measures against Russia was provided. The search results do not mention either politician's views or actions related to Ukraine or Russia beyond the aforementioned points.
In summary, both Merz and Kiesewetter are part of the CDU leadership supporting intensified pressure on Russia via sanctions and military assistance to Ukraine, thus reinforcing the peace process by aiming to create conditions conducive to a durable and just peace—although not compromising Ukraine’s territorial rights. For precise, up-to-date quotes or policy specifics, checking official government releases or statements from the CDU party website or recent Bundestag records would be required.
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