Scholz Calls Merz to Discuss US-Ukrainian Summit Amid Ukraine Crisis
Berlin, March 1 – German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reached out to opposition leader Friedrich Merz to discuss the implications of the recent US-Ukrainian summit, as concerns over the ongoing war in Ukraine escalate. The phone call highlights the growing urgency among German political leaders to formulate a unified response to the conflict and its broader geopolitical impact.
According to government sources, Scholz and Merz exchanged views on the outcomes of the summit, particularly regarding military aid and diplomatic efforts to support Ukraine. The discussion comes amid intensified Russian offensives and debates within Germany over further arms deliveries to Kyiv. While Scholz’s government has been cautious about sending advanced weaponry, Merz and his center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) have urged stronger military support for Ukraine.
The call signals a rare moment of cross-party dialogue on foreign policy, as Germany faces mounting pressure from allies to step up its role in European security. The US-Ukrainian summit, held earlier this week, focused on sustaining military aid and reinforcing Kyiv’s defenses against Russian aggression.
While no official statement was released following the conversation, political analysts view the engagement between Scholz and Merz as an effort to build consensus amid a divided domestic debate. With Ukraine’s battlefield situation worsening, Germany’s stance on further support remains a critical issue in both national and international discussions.
As the crisis unfolds, Scholz is expected to hold further talks with European and NATO leaders in the coming days to coordinate responses to the war.
