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Scholz defends Germany's caution on sending heavy arms to Ukraine

Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday rejected criticism that Germany was not showing leadership in western efforts to supply Ukraine with heavy weapons to repel Russia's invasion, saying that he'd rather be cautious than make hasty decisions.

Reuters

‘Shady troll farm’ waging pro-Russia infowar from old arms factory, UK-funded research alleges

Trolls target social media accounts of high-profile figures including Boris Johnson

The Independent UK

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Scholz says Germany seeks closer ties with Indo-Pacific

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says his country wants to strengthen ties with countries in the Indo-Pacific region that share the same values, and work together to end Russia’s aggression in Ukraine

The Independent UK

German parliament backs heavy weapons supplies for Ukraine

Germany’s parliament approved a cross-party motion urging the government to quickly supply Ukraine with heavy weapons and other equipment to bolster its defense against invading Russian forces.

Tribune News Service

Japan PM says cannot accept status quo change by force anywhere

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Thursday that he could not accept any move anywhere in the world to change the status quo by force.

Reuters

Germany's Scholz says Putin clinging to idea of 'forced peace' in Ukraine

Chancellor Olaf Scholz said a strong German military was necessary as a deterrent against a Russian attack and criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for clinging to the idea of a "forced peace" in Ukraine, which he said would not work.

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Report: Germany top buyer of Russian energy since war began

An independent research group says Germany was the biggest buyer of Russian energy during the first two months since the start of the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

The Guardian view on war in Ukraine: the stakes rise higher

Editorial: Vladimir Putin’s frustration is leading him to escalate Russia’s confrontation with the west

The Guardian - UK

US calls for weapons as Russia grinds Ukraine down

Ukraine’s army is holding out against a better equipped Russian invader but Washington warns time is not on its side.

Al Jazeera

Reelection bolsters France's Macron as powerful player in EU

French President Emmanuel Macron's reelection has bolstered his standing as a senior player in Europe

The Independent UK

Lithuanian president urges Germany to deliver Leopard tanks to Ukraine

Lithuania's President Gitanas Nauseda urged German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to supply Ukraine with Leopard battle tanks, adding that Germany should speed up the delivery of weapons to Kyiv.

Reuters

Germany to supply Ukraine with tanks in U-turn by Olaf Scholz

Germany has authorised the delivery of tanks to Ukraine following weeks of denying that it would supply lethal aid.

Evening Standard

Germany to send anti-aircraft systems to Ukraine in policy shift

Defence minister tells meeting of military leaders that government has agreed to sign off delivery

The Guardian - UK

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Radio France Internationale

EU looks to newly re-elected Macron to lead on Ukraine as Russia warns of WWIII

As Russia warns of a “real” threat of a third world war over the conflict in Ukraine, France’s European partners are looking to French President Emmanuel Macron to pick up his leadership role in the crisis, which he set aside during the end of his re-election campaign.

The Independent UK

German ex-Chancellor Schroeder urged to leave Scholz party

The co-leader of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party says former Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder should leave the party

The Guardian - UK

Germany’s SPD calls on Gerhard Schröder to quit party over Russia links

Former chancellor says he has no intention of resigning his seats on boards of Russian energy firms

Reuters

Unrepentant Schroeder exposes German coalition rift over Ukraine

The co-leader of Germany's Social Democrats called on former Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder to quit the party after he defended his ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin, exposing a rift at the heart of government in Berlin over the Ukraine crisis.

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Los Angeles Times

What will it take for Germany, Europe’s heavyweight, to stand up to Russia?

As the savage war in Ukraine continues, the world expects Germany, Europe’s largest economy and a political heavyweight, to play a central role in the fight to isolate and stop Russia. But how serious is Germany about supporting Ukraine?

Asharq Al-Awsat

French President Macron Reelected: What’s Happening Next?

After winning another five years in the French presidential palace, Emmanuel Macron intends to go back to work straightaway on domestic and foreign policy - but he will soon face crucial parliamentary elections where he may struggle to keep his majority. Here's a look at what comes next for Macron…

The Independent UK

French President Macron reelected : What's happening next?

After winning reelection, French President Emmanuel Macron intends to go back to work straight away

Radio France Internationale

Europe rushes to congratulate Macron after defeating Le Pen in second round vote

World leaders rushed to congratulate French President Emmanuel Macron for his re-election on Sunday in a second round marked by a rise in the far-right vote.

Reuters

European leaders quick to congratulate France's Macron in EU sigh of relief

European Union leaders were quick to congratulate French President Emmanuel Macron on his election victory over his far-right rival on Sunday, reflecting relief that one of the bloc's most pivotal countries had avoided a political shock.

Salon

Sanctions won't stop Putin — this might

All along, Putin has counted on the fact that Europe needs Russian gas. But that's also his Achilles heel

The Guardian - UK

The Observer view on Germany’s response to the war in Ukraine

German timidity is driven by self-interest as much as caution

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