January 22, 2025 2018, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a significant meeting with German opposition leader Friedrich Merz.
This was reported by URA-Inform with reference to RBC-Ukraine.
The main goal of the negotiations was discuss ways to establish a just peace for Ukraine, as well as key global challenges that both countries face.
The meeting was timed to coincide with the upcoming federal elections in Germany, which will take place on February 23. Merz is the main candidate for post of Federal Chancellor.
During the talks, Zelensky stressed the importance of support from Germany as one of Ukraine's leading partners in the European Union.
The issues of continuing military aid and providing humanitarian support for Ukrainian citizens were also discussed. , victims of the war. Following the meeting, the Ukrainian President shared the main points and video materials on his social networks, emphasizing the openness and transparency of the process.
According to analysts, such negotiations strengthen Ukraine's diplomatic positions and demonstrate its readiness for dialogue with key political players in Europe.
Merz, in turn, said that he sees prospects for further deepening cooperation with Ukraine, especially in the areas of security and economics.
It also became known what the peace talks will be based on across Ukraine.
