Baerbock Ends Tenure with Strong Ukraine Support Amid Stalled Peace Talks
Germany pledges €130 million in aid as Baerbock criticizes Russia’s conditions for ceasefire and underscores European unity.
- Annalena Baerbock, in her final visit as Germany's Foreign Minister, reaffirmed unwavering European support for Ukraine and condemned Russia's refusal to engage in unconditional peace talks.
- Germany committed an additional €130 million in humanitarian and stabilization aid to Ukraine, bringing its total energy sector aid to over €750 million since 2022.
- Baerbock accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of prolonging the war with delay tactics and insisted on sanctions remaining until peace is achieved.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hopes for future delivery of German Taurus missiles under the anticipated leadership of Friedrich Merz.
- Disputes over rare earth resources between Ukraine and the U.S. remain unresolved, with Ukraine emphasizing compatibility with EU integration in any agreements.
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