Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin to discuss military support and sanctions against Russia amidst increasing Russian aggression. Merz emphasized that Western allies no longer restrict the arsenal supplied to Ukraine, allowing more extensive defensive capabilities. Despite previous talks failing to secure a ceasefire, his comments reflect a shift in approach towards enabling Ukraine to respond more forcefully to attacks. The discussions underscore broader implications for the political order established with Russia following the Cold War, indicating significant tensions ahead.
The Berlin talks follow Russia and Ukraine's direct face-to-face talks in Turkiye earlier in May, but they failed to produce a ceasefire agreement.
Merz raised doubts about a quick resolution to end the war, asserting that Putin has no current interest in a ceasefire or peace deal.
Merz noted Ukraine can now attack military positions in Russia, which it had largely refrained from doing until recently.
The war is fundamentally questioned not only about Ukraine's territorial integrity but also about the established political order with Russia post-1990.
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