Scholz at EU Summit: Bold Backing for Ukraine, Defies Putin's Peace

March 20, 2024
Scholz at EU Summit: Bold Backing for Ukraine, Defies Putin's Peace
  • German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirmed his commitment to Ukraine, rejecting 'dictatorial peace' at the EU summit.

  • Scholz announced increased EU support for Ukraine, including arms purchases and the potential use of frozen Russian assets.

  • Internal coalition debates in Germany surfaced over the level of support for Ukraine, with notable opposition from SPD's Rolf Mützenich and questions from opposition leader Friedrich Merz.

  • EU Foreign Minister Josep Borrell is considering a proposal to allocate at least three billion euros annually from frozen Russian funds for Ukraine's military.

  • Despite internal debates, Scholz's firm stance at the Brussels summit positions him as a decisive leader on the international stage.

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