German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has sharply criticized Russia, accusing the nation of actively avoiding peace efforts in Ukraine and refusing dialogue to resolve the ongoing armed conflict.
According to Lenta Scholz's remarks were made during a session in the Bundestag and were shared on his official social media page.
Scholz Affirms Ukraine's Peaceful Intentions
Highlighting the contrasting aspirations between Russia and Ukraine, Chancellor Scholz reiterated Ukraine's desire for peace.
He emphasized that Ukraine seeks a fair resolution without subjugation and expressed concern over potential new acts of aggression.
Calls for Deportation and Disarmament: Germany's Internal Debate on Ukraine Crisis
Earlier, Johannes Vinkel, leader of the youth wing of Germany's Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union, stirred controversy by calling for the deportation of Ukrainian men of conscription age residing in Germany. '
Vinkel criticized the notion of supplying arms to Ukraine while simultaneously advocating for the disarming of its soldiers, labeling such actions as cynical.
