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Germany has made clear it will not be swayed by recent diplomatic overtures between Washington and Moscow, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining and expanding sanctions against Russia. According to AFP reporting, German government spokesman Stefan Kornelius issued a statement emphasizing that Berlin intends to work with its European partners to pursue additional sanctions measures.
The German position comes in the wake of a significant development: US President Donald Trump announced on social media that Russia has agreed to supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel fuel to American and global markets. The Kremlin subsequently confirmed Russia’s readiness to supply oil and petroleum products to international markets, marking a notable shift in US-Russia relations on energy matters.
Berlin’s stance underscores the divergence in approach between Washington and European capitals on Russia policy. While the United States has moved toward engaging Moscow on energy supplies—a move that comes weeks before crucial US congressional elections—Germany has doubled down on its commitment to Ukraine. Kornelius stressed that German support for Ukraine’s defence remains "unfailing" and that diplomatic efforts toward a peaceful resolution continue.
The timing of the US-Russia diesel deal reflects broader political pressures in Washington, where voters have expressed growing concern about the cost of living. However, Germany’s insistence on maintaining sanctions pressure suggests that European unity on Russia policy may face fresh tests as different allies pursue divergent economic and diplomatic strategies.
Russia has faced successive waves of sanctions from the United States and its allies since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Germany, as Europe’s largest economy and a major supporter of Ukraine, has been a leading voice for maintaining and strengthening sanctions regimes against Moscow.
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- Jamaica Observer
- Germany sticks to Russia sanctions after Trump …
- Germany sticks to Russia sanctions after Trump diesel deal
- Germany continues to work with EU on Russian sanctions
- Trump strikes deal with Putin for Russian diesel – AP News
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- Trump strikes deal with Putin to supply Russian diesel …
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