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"On a quiet Sunday, an air raid alert sounded in Kyiv. I can only repeat here once again, Mr. Putin, put an end to this senseless war. We are ready for negotiations, we are ready to discuss ending the war, but these barbaric attacks against the civilian population of Ukraine must stop. Daily war crimes are being committed here," said Chancellor Friedrich Merz. #Saksamaa #UkrainaSõda #Venemeelsus (translated)

"We know that this is as much a phenomenon of East Germany as it is of West Germany. It concerns all of us. In a situation where many voters in East German federal states have turned to political extremists, we should not lose sight of other indicators either. According to polls, extremists may receive the highest number of votes in absolute terms specifically in West German federal states. So what remains to be done?" said President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. #Saksamaa #UkrainaSõda #Venemeelsus (translated)

"In my opinion, the West has focused on threats, demands, and militarization instead of seeking negotiations or compromise. This is contrary to the pursuit of peace. A new political beginning is necessary. In my assessment, peace policy is not possible alongside our established parties, political elite, and power holders," said protester Jan. #Saksamaa #UkrainaSõda #Venemeelsus (translated)

"The constant fear-mongering and the attempt to tune our mindset to the notion that the Russians are about to attack us and that we must immediately defend ourselves and prepare bunkers is utter nonsense. I believe that preparations for war are happening much more on this side than on the other side. What is happening between Ukraine and Russia is something they must resolve for themselves," said Julia, an ethnic German from Russia. #Saksamaa #UkrainaSõda #Venemeelsus (translated)

In Germany, there is a growing pro-Russian sentiment, which is expressed in demonstrations and political surveys showing that the right-wing populist party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has become the most popular party in the country, while the German president and chancellor emphasize the need for peace and negotiations, opposing the dangers of extremism to democracy. #Saksamaa #UkrainaSõda #Venemeelsus (translated)