Conflicts Baerbock expects government to continue aid to Ukraine
Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (Greens) expects the future German government to continue to support Ukraine in its defense against Russia's aggression. After the USA, Germany is Ukraine's biggest supporter.
29.12.2024, 01:21
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"No federal government that cares about the security of Germany and Europe will leave the people in Ukraine to fend for themselves," the Green politician told Bild am Sonntag. "Because only a just peace for Ukraine will secure our peace in freedom in Europe." Ukraine could rely on Germany, even beyond the parliamentary elections.
February 24 marks the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The day before, early federal elections will take place.
The brutality of the attacks in recent days shows that Russian President Vladimir Putin is still "bent on absolute destruction", said Baerbock. "Supporting Ukraine therefore continues to be an absolute self-protection of our own security and peace." For the Foreign Minister, one thing is clear: "Real peace means that no injustice is cemented."
Ukraine therefore needs more than words for a negotiated peace solution, says Baerbock. "Only reliable, long-term and, above all, truly resilient security guarantees will deter Putin from further campaigns of conquest. Only then will there be sustainable peace and stability in Ukraine."
