Merz’s Key Message at G20
At the G20 summit in Johannesburg this weekend, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted that the Ukraine crisis can only be resolved with Ukraine’s and Europe’s explicit consent 🤝🌍. "Wars cannot be ended by great powers over the heads of the countries involved," he said.
Why Consent Matters
Merz pointed out that any lasting peace deal needs Ukraine’s unconditional agreement. It’s like building trust in a team project—everyone affected has to say "yes" before moving forward. This approach keeps Europe’s security intact and respects Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Next Steps in Geneva
On Sunday, foreign policy advisors from Germany, France, Britain, and the EU will meet U.S. and Ukrainian reps in Geneva to hash out reliable security guarantees 🛡️. While there’s momentum to end the conflict, Merz cautions that they’re still far from a final, common agreement.
For young global citizens, this is a reminder: real change often needs inclusive, multi-stakeholder dialogue—whether it’s world peace or community tech initiatives back home. 🌐💡
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Ending Ukraine crisis requires consent of Ukraine, Europe: Merz
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