German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Chancellor Scholz urged President Putin to start talks with Ukraine during a phone call

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz engaged in a rare phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, urging him to initiate discussions with Ukraine to pave the way for a “just and lasting peace.” During the one-hour call, which marked their first dialogue in nearly two years, Scholz called for the withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukraine and reiterated Germany’s unwavering support for the country, … Continue reading Chancellor Scholz urged President Putin to start talks with Ukraine during a phone call

Israel enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it is deploying regular infantry and armored units to enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon, intensifying its efforts against Hezbollah in response to a series of Iranian missile strikes. While already engaged in combat with Hamas in Gaza, Israel is increasing its military presence in southern Lebanon following the recent Iranian attack, raising concerns about the potential for … Continue reading Israel enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon

Kazakh President urges Scholz to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during a meeting on Monday to abandon the notion that Russia can be defeated militarily and to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine, a proposal that Scholz declined. This marks Scholz’s inaugural official visit to Central Asia as Germany seeks alternative energy and mineral sources following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While Kazakhstan maintains a close relationship … Continue reading Kazakh President urges Scholz to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine