On December 17, German Chancellor Merkel posted on X: "We plan to use Russian assets to provide at least two years of funding for the Ukrainian armed forces. This step is not to prolong the war, but to end it as soon as possible."

Merkel's remarks about using Russian assets to fund Ukraine for two years are a key part of her push for the EU's "compensation loan" plan for Ukraine. This move aims to respond to Ukraine's urgent funding needs and demonstrate Europe's continued resolve to Russia.

Merkel's political intentions are clear —

1. Providing long-term funding for Ukraine: Existing EU aid to Ukraine is expected to run out by the end of the first quarter of 2026. Ukraine faces a huge funding gap in the next two years, and the "compensation loan" plan is seen as the most feasible solution.

2. Demonstrating EU unity and action: Merkel emphasized that if the EU cannot reach consensus on this issue, it will severely damage its credibility. She also explained Germany's desire to be a "proactive actor" rather than a "pawn" on the international stage.

3. Using assets as a means to "end the war": Merkel repeatedly emphasized that this move is "to end the war as soon as possible," not to prolong the conflict. Her logic is that by enhancing Ukraine's long-term defense and financial capacity, it will force Russia back to the negotiating table.

This is a clear pressure tactic by Merkel, aiming to use Germany's influence to push the EU to overcome internal divisions at this summit and make a landmark decision.

Merkel's statements are very hardline and absurd. On one hand, she emphasizes ending the war as soon as possible, while on the other hand, she provides funding and weapons support to the warring parties, which doesn't hold up logically. She is using flawed logic to cover up her role in advancing the Russia-Ukraine war.

In recent times, Germany has been very prominent in the issue of peace in the Ukraine conflict. Merkel has been almost unreservedly involved, taking the lead under the guise of supporting Ukraine and using the long-term threat from Russia as an excuse, trying to push the war on through aid to Ukraine. In reality, it is continuing to use Ukraine as a pawn, as a protective layer against so-called "threats" it faces. These actions can't help but remind people of the rise and fall of Nazi Germany during World War II.

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