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Merz: Europe Must Force Russia to Accept Ceasefire in Ukraine

Published January 8, 2026, 15:11
Merz: Europe Must Force Russia to Accept Ceasefire in Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated today that Europe must increase the cost of the war for Russia and force it to accept a ceasefire in Ukraine. He acknowledged that a ceasefire is not currently on the agenda, obviously because Russia does not want it, but emphasized the need to continue increasing the pressure. The statement was made after talks at the conference of Bavaria's conservative sister party.