Germany declines involvement in military action
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been a topic of global concern, with various countries, including Germany, playing significant roles in the search for a resolution.
The Bundestag, Germany's parliament, holds the final say in any deployment of the German Armed Forces. This crucial decision will be made "at the appropriate time, when the framework conditions are clear."
Chancellor Friedrich Merz, a key figure in these discussions, has advocated for a Ukrainian-Russian summit involving President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The aim is to agree upon a ceasefire and find a diplomatic solution to the conflict.
These discussions took place in Paris, both in person and via video, attended by 35 heads of state and government of the "Coalition of the Willing," a group of countries supporting Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
The framework conditions for a potential military engagement include the nature and scope of US engagement, as well as the outcome of the negotiating process. European partners have expressed their hope for continued significant US contribution to supporting Ukraine, formulating security guarantees, and shaping a goal-oriented diplomatic process.
Chancellor Merz has emphasized that initially, the focus should be on financing, arming, and training the Ukrainian armed forces. In this regard, Germany has become the most important partner of Kyiv and is ready to expand this support.
Ukrainian President Zelensky participated in the consultations, and the results of these discussions were shared with US President Donald Trump in a one-hour phone call.
However, it's important to note that Germany has not yet committed to a possible military involvement in Ukraine following a negotiated solution to end the war. The European partners are instead looking for a diplomatic solution to the conflict, with increased sanctions pressure on Russia if it continues to delay a diplomatic solution.
Germany's Foreign Minister, Annalena Baerbock, led these consultations alongside French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian. Their efforts reflect Germany's commitment to finding a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
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