Merz visits Kyiv and calls for Russia to halt attacks

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Ukraine and told Russian President Vladimir Putin that talks can only happen when weapons fall silent.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has visited Kyiv and made a direct appeal to Russia to end its military assault on Ukraine. He told Russian President Vladimir Putin that dialogue between the countries could only take place once the fighting stopped, stating that 'we can talk but only when the weapons fall silent'.

Merz visits Kyiv and calls for Russia to halt attacks — Image: The West Australian

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Merz urges Russia halt 'barbaric attacks' on Kyiv visitThe West Australian · 4 Oct, 17:08
Merz urges Russia halt 'barbaric attacks' on Kyiv visitPerth Now · 4 Oct, 17:08

In this story: Friedrich Merz · Vladimir Putin · Russia · Ukraine · Kyiv

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