Merz says Ukraine must lead any talks with Putin

German Chancellor Merz reportedly said Ukraine must be discussed first and its president must attend if Trump invites Putin. Reuters adds that Merz promised more support for Ukraine and warned Russia over Black Sea attacks.

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• Germany's Chancellor Merz: In Germany, we were always more likely to agree on everything we wanted to close and everything we wanted to end. Nuclear energy, airports. We always agreed on everything… (clashreport on Telegram)
• Germany's Chancellor Merz: If President Trump decides to invite the Russian president, then Ukraine must be discussed first and foremost. And if Ukraine is being discussed, then the president of… (clashreport on Telegram)
• Merz promises more support for Ukraine, warns Russia over Black Sea attacks (Reuters)

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