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Germany urges Russia to take 'decisive step' for Ukraine peace
By AFP - May 13,2025 - Last updated at May 13,2025
BERLIN — German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Tuesday urged Russia to take a "decisive step" towards peace with Ukraine by joining possible talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Turkey this week.
"Russia must now take the decisive step forwards and also be prepared to come to the negotiating table," Wadephul said in Berlin after Zelensky said he was ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday.
"Ukraine has come a long way," Germany's top diplomat added. "Ukraine is ready for unconditional negotiations on a ceasefire and a peace agreement, and Russia is now called upon to act.
"Russia must not leave an empty chair there. Russia must appear if it is seriously interested in peace."
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