Transatlantic crisis: Germany wrestles for Trump's favor!
Transatlantic crisis: Germany wrestles for Trump's favor!
Istanbul, Türkei - Transatlantic relationships between the USA and Germany are under considerable pressure. Current developments illustrate that agreement on common goals is necessary. While US senators initiate new sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump rejects new measures in order not to endanger the possibility of an agreement. This situation could lead to a further tightening of the situation for Ukraine, such as
Trump himself has discussed the democratic legitimacy to the Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj and blamed him for the ongoing war. These statements made outrage in Germany: Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck said shocked and vehemently defended Selenskyj's democratic legitimacy. Friedrich Merz is also critical of Trump's perspective and warns of a fundamental change in foreign and security policy.
outlook for future developments
The German federal government intends to intensify the dialogue with the Trump administration. There are not only a planned journey of the German Foreign Minister, but also an upcoming visit by Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Washington. Scholz emphasizes the need to maintain support for Ukraine and strengthen European security, while Merz calls for Europeans to form a quick joint strategy. He warns of a possible loss of influence through a US deduction and sees the provocations from Washington as a potential risk factor for stability in Europe.
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