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Germany's Faltering Support for Ukraine
Der Spiegel criticizes Germany's waning support for Ukraine amid Russia's gains in Donbas, highlighting the SPD's wavering commitment and the rehabilitation of Gerhard Schröder.
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PoliticsRussiaGermany Russia Ukraine WarUkraineWar
Der SpiegelSpdBswKremlin
Vladimir PutinOlaf ScholzGerhard SchröderViktor OrbánMaximilian Popp
- How is Germany's response to the situation described?
- Germany's actions are counter to the necessary support for Ukraine, according to the article. The SPD party is questioning its commitment to aiding Ukraine, while a growing party, BSW, opposes further arms deliveries.
- What moral and self-interest arguments are made in the article?
- The author argues that Europe has a moral obligation to stop the atrocities against Ukrainians in occupied territories. This is also in Europe's self-interest to prevent Putin's land grab from setting a precedent.
- What is the current status of the war in Donbas according to Der Spiegel?
- According to Der Spiegel, Russia is gaining ground in Donbas, and Ukraine is nearing defeat. This is despite Ukraine's recent "victory plan."
- What role does Gerhard Schröder's rehabilitation play in the article's narrative?
- The rehabilitation of former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, known for his ties to Putin, is seen as another example of Germany's wavering support for Ukraine.
- What is Putin's perceived strategy for winning the war, and how should the West respond?
- Putin believes he can win the war through attrition, relying on the West's fatigue with the conflict. The article emphasizes that European politicians should not reinforce this belief.