On April 19, Friedrich Merz, Chairman of the Christian Democratic Union of Germany and designated Chancellor, declared that "Germany will take responsibility again in Europe and the world."
In a sharp response on Telegram, Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, wrote:
"'Again' — may we ask which historical period you are referring to?"
Zhakharova is always so sharp.
It is reported that Merz is expected to form the new German government on May 6. He emphasized in his speech that Germany will play the role of a "reliable but not arrogant" global player.
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