Overview

• Chancellor Scholz reaffirms his refusal to supply Taurus missiles to Ukraine, citing the necessity of German military involvement.
• U.S. Congress approves a significant military aid package for Ukraine, including long-range ATACMS missiles, increasing pressure on European allies.
• German opposition and defense committee members urge Scholz to reconsider his stance in light of U.S. actions.
• Scholz emphasizes ongoing European commitments to Ukrainian defense, including additional Patriot missile systems.
• Critics accuse Scholz of hindering Ukraine's efforts to regain territories, including Crimea, by blocking the missile supply.