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FDP Pushes for Taurus Missiles to Ukraine
The FDP in Germany is pushing for the immediate delivery of Taurus long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine, challenging Chancellor Scholz's approach.
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FdpCdu/CsuBundestagKörber-StiftungSpd
Christian DürrOlaf ScholzChristian LindnerBijan Djir-Sarai
- What is the FDP's stance on supplying Ukraine with Taurus missiles?
- The FDP, a German political party, intends to bring a vote on supplying Ukraine with Taurus long-range cruise missiles to the Bundestag before the upcoming election. This was announced by FDP parliamentary leader Christian Dürr.
- What arguments did Christian Dürr use to support the missile supply?
- Dürr believes the proposal could succeed, considering similar statements from the CDU/CSU and Green parties. He also criticized Chancellor Scholz for prioritizing additional loans and projects over immediate military aid to Ukraine.
- How did Bijan Djir-Sarai respond to the budget conflict claims within the coalition?
- The FDP's general secretary, Bijan Djir-Sarai, echoed Dürr's sentiment. He refuted claims that the coalition fell apart due to budget disagreements over aid to Ukraine, emphasizing that the FDP supported the 3 billion euro allocation.
- What is the central disagreement within the German government regarding aid to Ukraine?
- Djir-Sarai stated that the focus should be on supplying Ukraine with necessary weaponry like Taurus missiles, instead of solely providing additional funds. He highlighted that the Chancellor's preference for loans, even at the expense of the "debt brake", is counterproductive to Ukraine's immediate needs.
- What are the main points of contention between the FDP and Chancellor Scholz on assisting Ukraine?
- The FDP's push for Taurus missile supplies reflects a disagreement within the German government regarding the most effective way to support Ukraine. While the FDP prioritizes military aid, Chancellor Scholz has favored financial assistance.