German, Russian foreign ministers meet for 1st time since full-scale war against Ukraine
"Russia must end its war of aggression against Ukraine and cease its hostile actions against Germany and its allies," German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said.
On September 26, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov held their first meeting since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The German government called on Russia to cease its aggressive actions against Ukraine and engage in negotiations, according to a statement from Wadephul on social media platform X. The two diplomats discussed bilateral relations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Wadephul reiterated Germany's stance on the matter, emphasizing the need for meaningful dialogue towards a sustainable peace. He also addressed the Nazi-inspired arson attack on a Ukrainian drone manufacturer in Munich on September 3, stating that Russia had crossed a line by attacking Germany. Wadephul demanded that Russia allow Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea, as ongoing attacks on ports and civilian vessels risk causing famine in the Global South.
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