🇩🇪 Merz Condemns US-Russia Diesel Deal

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the agreement between Washington and Moscow on diesel exports is unacceptable for Germany and Europe. He emphasized that Russia will only negotiate under pressure, urging the EU to maintain and strengthen sanctions following attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

Merz reaffirmed support for Zelensky and Ukraine, citing his recent visit to Kiev. He called for continued cooperation in Brussels to achieve a just peace ensuring Ukrainian freedom and European security.

Kiev's Response

Ukrainian authorities argued Trump should negotiate with Kiev instead of Moscow, claiming Ukraine controls which Russian refineries operate.

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