German Opposition Leader Merz Says Moscow Chooses Escalation Over Negotiations
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Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's main opposition Christian Democratic Union, criticized Russia's latest military strikes on Ukraine, stating that Moscow is choosing escalation instead of negotiations. Merz made the comments on social media platform X in response to fresh Russian attacks that hit targets across Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv. The German politician's remarks reflect growing international concern over Russia's continued military campaign against Ukraine, as European leaders call for diplomatic solutions to the conflict.