Berlin – The German government currently observes no indications of movement towards a peaceful resolution from Russian President Vladimir Putin concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Speaking in Berlin on Wednesday, Deputy Government Spokesperson Steffen Meyer stated that significant efforts have been undertaken by both U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders “to genuinely advance steps towards peace”. Meyer emphasized that, “The only one we have not yet seen taking those steps is Vladimir Putin.
He asserted that “Putin must now deliver. Putin must demonstrate a serious interest in achieving a ceasefire” adding that the government is committed to successfully guiding this process for both Ukraine and European security. This sentiment, he explained, underpins statements made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz following Monday’s summit in Washington.
Regarding a potentially planned meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the spokesperson indicated that a German venue for such a summit has not been considered or anticipated. “It is important to us that this meeting takes place, as it represents the logical next step following recent developments, to further advance this process” Meyer concluded.
