Overview

• The Auswärtiges Amt has released recommendations to local authorities, urging them to exclude Russian and Belarusian representatives from WWII commemoration events to prevent political misuse.
• A spokesperson for the ministry reiterated the importance of public remembrance while condemning the use of such events for propaganda, referencing Russia's ongoing war in Europe.
• The Stiftung Brandenburgische Gedenkstätten confirmed plans to disinvite Russian and Belarusian embassy representatives from its commemorative activities.
• An upcoming silent commemoration for the 80th anniversary of the battle of Seelower Höhen in Brandenburg will proceed without offering a political platform.
• The battle of Seelower Höhen, Germany's largest WWII battle, resulted in tens of thousands of casualties, highlighting the solemnity of the remembrance efforts.