Germany says Ukraine war must end before broader security talks with Russia

Germany says Ukraine war must end before broader security talks with Russia

Germany emphasized that peace in Ukraine is essential before any broad security discussions with Russia can be initiated. The statement highlights the importance of resolving the conflict as a prerequisite for further negotiations on European security.

BERLIN: Germany on Wednesday welcomed a proposal to include European negotiators in future talks between Russia and Ukraine, but said a deal to end the war in Ukraine is needed before broader discussions with Russia about European security.

“The first step is peace in Ukraine. Following that, discussions can take place regarding the European and transatlantic security order,” German government spokesman Stefan Kornelius said in Berlin after the conclusion of US-mediated Russian-Ukrainian talks in Abu Dhabi.

In brief

BERLIN: Germany on Wednesday welcomed a proposal to include European negotiators in future talks between Russia and Ukraine, but said a deal to end the war in Ukraine is needed before broader discussions with Russia about European security. “The first step is peace in Ukraine. Following that, discussions can take place regarding the European and transatlantic security order,” German government spokesman Stefan Kornelius said in Berlin after the conclusion of US-mediated Russian-Ukrainian talks in Abu Dhabi.

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