【Merkel: Russia is a European country, the EU needs to restore the balance of relations with Russia】 German Chancellor Merkel said on January 15 that Russia is a European country, and in the long term, the EU needs to restore the balance of relations with Russia. She emphasized that this view has nationwide universality and is not a special statement targeting only the eastern regions of Germany.
Merkel made these remarks during a meeting with business representatives in Halle. Regarding the prospects for Europe after the war, she pointed out that peace and freedom are key prerequisites for the long-term stable development of the EU.
She said that if Europe can restore peace and freedom and find a balance in its relationship with its largest European neighbor, Russia, the EU and Germany will be more confident about the future after 2026.
At the same time, Germany's official position on the Ukraine issue remains firm. Berlin continues to condemn Russia's actions in Ukraine and supports Ukraine on the international stage. Merkel has repeatedly called for increased military aid to Ukraine and advocated for a strategic setback to Russia.
Previously, it was reported that Germany has proposed to NATO the establishment of a joint military mission to ensure the security of Greenland and strengthen monitoring in the Arctic region. Germany #Russia
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