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German Chancellor Merz 'mentally preparing' for war in Ukraine to 'drag on'

German Chancellor Merz 'mentally preparing' for war in Ukraine to 'drag on' Speaking in an interview on Sunday with German public broadcaster ZDF, Merz said he has not lost hope about the ceasefire or peace talks but “harbours no illusions". READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/09/01/german-chancellor-merz-mentally-preparing-for-war-in-ukraine-to-drag-on Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

‘No Summit, Only Blood…’ German Chancellor Merz DROPS Bombshell On Putin-Zelensky Summit

The prospect of a Putin-Zelensky peace summit has collapsed into chaos following Russia’s devastating strike on Kyiv that killed 19 people, including four children. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared there would be “no summit, only blood, missiles and broken promises,” while Ukraine retaliated with drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz bluntly confirmed there would “obviously” be no summit despite Donald Trump’s dramatic push after his Alaska meeting with Putin. Moscow insists talks can only happen after “tangible progress,” something Kyiv and NATO allies reject outright. The collapse highlights the crumbling state of diplomacy in Europe, where leaders now openly prepare for wider war. Trump had hoped to position himself as a peacemaker, but European officials dismissed his roadmap as unrealistic. With NATO deployments looming and Russia warning of escalation, the world faces a dangerous new turning point. #Putin #Zelensky #Trump #UkraineWar #RussiaStrike #KyivAttack #PeaceSummit #DroneStrikes #NATO #Moscow #EuropeCrisis #Geopolitics #Merz #Macron #Lavrov #UkraineRussiaWar #BreakingNews #GlobalConflict #Missiles #WorldNews ~HT.178~GR.122~ED.194~

‘Tell Putin For Ceasefire’: German Chancellor Merz Vaporizes Trump's Deal In Front of EU Leaders

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing back against Donald Trump’s peace initiative, demanding a Russian ceasefire before any summit with Putin and Zelensky can proceed. Merz warned that credibility of negotiations depends on Moscow halting attacks, urging European leaders to pressure Putin. He confirmed discussions with U.S. and EU partners on security guarantees for Ukraine but cautioned Putin’s participation in talks remains uncertain. While Trump pushes for direct negotiations, Merz insists Europe must play a central role in shaping long-term security arrangements. #Merz #Germany #Trump #Putin #Zelensky #UkraineWar #CeasefireNow #PeaceTalks #BreakingNews #Washington #EU #SecurityGuarantees #Geopolitics #GlobalPolitics #RussiaUkraine #TrumpPeaceDeal #CeasefireFirst #DiplomaticPush #NATO #WorldNews Also Read Trump To Arrange Face-To-Face Meeting Between Putin And Ukraine's Zelenskyy :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-to-arrange-face-to-face-meeting-between-putin-and-ukraines-zelenskyy-7833925.html?ref=DMDesc European Leaders Arrive At White House To Meet Trump On Ending Russia's War :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/european-leaders-arrive-at-white-house-to-meet-trump-on-ending-russias-war-7833821.html?ref=DMDesc Donald Trump Suggests "Best Way" To End Russia-Ukraine War After Meeting Putin In Alaska :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/donald-trump-suggests-best-way-to-end-russia-ukraine-war-after-meeting-putin-in-alaska-7832063.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~ED.194~GR.124~

Trump SHRUGS OFF Zelensky’s Ceasefire Demand; CLASHES With Merz, Macron; Side With Putin

Trump’s latest White House showdown sent shockwaves through global diplomacy. Brushing off Zelensky’s urgent demand for a ceasefire, Trump instead clashed head-on with German leader Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron—leaving allies stunned. With fiery exchanges dominating the Oval Office, Trump’s rhetoric appeared to tilt toward Putin’s stance, raising urgent questions: Is U.S. policy shifting away from Ukraine and toward Moscow? #TrumpZelenskyMeeting #TrumpShrugsOffZelensky #TrumpPutinAlliance #TrumpVsMacron #TrumpVsMerz #WhiteHouseShowdown #OvalOfficeClash #UkraineCeasefireCrisis #TrumpPeaceVision #RussiaUkraineTalks #USRussiaUkraine #ZelenskyTrumpTensions #TrumpGlobalDiplomacy #TrumpLive #ZelenskyWhiteHouseVisit ~PR.152~HT.408~ED.103~

Trump-Zelensky SHOWDOWN Will Lead To Full-Scale EU-U.S War? Ukraine On Edge As Putin Derail Talks

A historic confrontation is unfolding in Washington as President Donald Trump meets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, joined by key European leaders including Macron, Merz, Meloni, Starmer, von der Leyen, Stubb, and NATO’s Mark Rutte. This comes after Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin, where he backed a plan for Ukraine to cede Crimea and parts of Donbas, abandon NATO, and accept neutrality. Europe and Kyiv fiercely reject this “surrender deal,” warning it rewards Russian aggression and threatens NATO itself. Trump’s transactional “America First” diplomacy—focused on quick wins and cutting U.S. military spending—clashes directly with Europe’s push for long-term security and continued military aid. As Russia intensifies strikes, Europe views concessions as catastrophic. Tensions inside the White House are boiling: will this meeting end in compromise, or spark a full-scale rift between America and Europe that could reshape global order? #Trump #Zelensky #Putin #WhiteHouseShowdown #USEUClash #UkraineWar #AlaskaSummit #Crimea #Donbas #NATO #Macron #MerkelSuccessor #KeirStarmer #GiorgiaMeloni #VonDerLeyen #MarkRutte #AlexanderStubb #UkraineResistance #AmericaFirst #GlobalCrisis ~HT.178~ED.194~GR.124~

Europe's new fighter jet at risk amidst Franco-German ownership disputes

Europe's new fighter jet at risk amidst Franco-German ownership disputes Germany is accusing French manufacturer Dassault of blocking negotiations over the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/09/01/europes-new-fighter-jet-at-risk-amidst-franco-german-ownership-disputes Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

US Breaking: Trump’s National Guards to be Thrown Out of LA? Judge Blocks Trump’s ‘Police Force’

A U.S. federal judge has blocked Donald Trump’s controversial plan to deploy National Guard troops in Los Angeles, calling it an overreach of presidential power. The decision halts what critics labeled Trump’s attempt to create his own “police force” in the city. The ruling has sparked intense political debate, raising questions about federal authority, state rights, and the role of the military in domestic affairs. #Trump #DonaldTrump #NationalGuard #LosAngeles #TrumpNews #BreakingNews #TrumpUpdate #USPolitics #TrumpBreaking #JudgeBlocksTrump #TrumpControversy #TrumpPoliceForce #AmericaNews #TrumpDecision #PoliticalNews Also Read Donald Trump Calls India Trade ‘Totally One-Sided,’ Imposes New Tariffs Amid Russia Oil Dispute :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/donald-trump-calls-india-trade-totally-one-sided-imposes-new-tariffs-amid-russia-oil-dispute-7847665.html?ref=DMDesc Trump’s Tariffs Face Legal Blow, US Court Tags It Illegal :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-tariffs-face-legal-blow-us-court-tags-it-illegal-7845261.html?ref=DMDesc Getting In Bed With Authoritarians: White House Advisor Slams India's Growing Ties With China :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/getting-in-bed-with-authoritarians-white-house-advisor-slams-indias-growing-ties-with-china-7843019.html?ref=DMDesc

U.S Plots to turn Gaza into 'Tourist Riviera'-Hamas Rejects Trump’s Plan, Calls Illegal & Dangerous

A leaked plan reportedly under consideration by U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to place the Gaza Strip under American control and forcibly relocate millions of Palestinians. Hamas has strongly condemned the proposal, calling it a form of ethnic cleansing, while ordinary Gazans insist their homeland is not for sale. The controversial plan envisions Gaza as a “tourist Riviera” and high-tech zone, displacing its current population either abroad or into restricted areas. Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue heavy operations in Gaza City, destroying homes and killing dozens of civilians, escalating the humanitarian crisis. #Gaza #Hamas #TrumpPlan #EthnicCleansing #Palestine #Israel #MiddleEastConflict #GazaUnderAttack #HumanRights #USPolicy #GazaCrisis #RedSeaTensions #StopDisplacement Also Read UN Declares Famine In Gaza City, Describes Situation As Humanitarian Disaster :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/un-declares-famine-in-gaza-city-describes-situation-as-humanitarian-disaster-011-7838467.html?ref=DMDesc Israel Kills 5 Al Jazeera Journalist In Gaza :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/israel-kills-5-al-jazeera-journalist-in-gaza-011-7826025.html?ref=DMDesc Netanyahu Defends Expanded Military Offensive in Gaza Amid Domestic and International Criticism :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/netanyahu-defends-new-military-offensive-in-gaza-011-7825995.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.274~

Ukraine Blocked From NATO? Slovak PM Fico Faces Putin in Beijing, Sends Shockwave to Kiev from China

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing, delivering a stark warning that Ukraine’s membership in NATO is unacceptable. While supporting Ukraine’s EU ambitions, Fico emphasized that NATO’s doors must remain closed, signaling growing tensions between Kyiv, Moscow, and European capitals. The meeting also touched on energy security, WWII memorial cooperation, and Russia’s ongoing responses to strikes on its infrastructure. Fico’s remarks have sparked debates across Europe as Zelensky’s NATO hopes face renewed challenges. #Ukraine #NATO #Russia #Putin #RobertFico #BeijingSummit #EU #Kiev #Zelensky #UkraineConflict #Geopolitics #Europe #MilitaryTensions #InternationalRelations ~HT.410~PR.274~ED.420~GR.124~

EU Nation BETRAYS Zelensky? Slovakia’s Fico Slams Door on Zelensky’s NATO Dreams, Sides With Putin

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has delivered a major blow to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s NATO ambitions. In a fiery statement, Fico rejected Ukraine’s push for NATO membership, calling it a dangerous escalation, and signaled closer alignment with Russia’s position. #PutinFicoMeet #PutinUkraineNATO #RobertFico #Zelensky #UkraineWar #NATOMembership #EUPolitics #Putin #RussiaUkraineWar #NATOSummit #UkraineConflict #Geopolitics #UkraineRussia #SlovakiaPolitics #EuropeanUnion #UkraineNews ~HT.410~PR.152~GR.124~ED.420~

Putin blames West and NATO for Russia's war in Ukraine at China summit

Putin blames West and NATO for Russia's war in Ukraine at China summit Russian President Vladimir Putin once again defended the full-scale invasion in early 2022 as a response to a Western-supported coup and NATO's influence, a claim he never backed with evidence. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/09/01/xi-jinping-stresses-the-need-for-greater-cooperation-within-the-sco-to-advance-peace-and-d Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Breaking VIDEO: Putin Pardons Zelensky For First Time, Blames NATO and West In China SCO 2025 Summit

LIVE from the SCO Summit 2025 in China — Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a forceful address on the Ukraine crisis, blaming the West and NATO for provoking the conflict. He clarifies that the 2014 coup in Ukraine, not Russia, triggered the crisis, and praises China, India, and other nations for facilitating peace efforts. Putin also promises to reveal previously undisclosed details about a high-profile Alaska meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Analysts say his remarks signal a direct challenge to Western narratives and underline Russia’s stance on global security and multipolar diplomacy. Watch full coverage and expert analysis of Putin’s explosive statements. #Putin #UkraineCrisis #SCO2025 #Trump #China #India #Geopolitics #GlobalDiplomacy #NATO #BreakingNews #Putin #SCO2025 #RussiaUkraineWar #MultipolarWorld #USvsRussia #Geopolitics #BRICS #SCO #TianjinSummit #DollarDecline ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.346~

SCO Summit BREAKING: Putin Meets Xi | Most Powerful Moment Of SCO Summit 2025

At the SCO Summit, a powerful moment unfolded as Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a private and seemingly warm conversation. Xi immediately called for his interpreter after the photo-op, ensuring a lengthy and precise exchange with Putin while other world leaders lined up for the traditional family photo. Their relaxed smiles suggested not just diplomacy, but a bond strengthening at a time of rising global tensions. The interaction is already being seen as symbolic of a deepening Russia-China axis, potentially unsettling the West. Observers note that this visible show of unity comes as U.S. and NATO seek to counter both Moscow and Beijing’s influence. For many, it was more than just small talk—it was a message of strategic alignment, one that could shift the global balance of power. #Putin #XiJinping #RussiaChina #SCOSummit #Geopolitics #SCO #GlobalPolitics #Diplomacy #StrategicAlliance #WorldNews #PutinXi #BRICS #NATO #USChina #USRussia #PowerShift #Summit2025 #MultipolarWorld #EastVsWest #GlobalOrder ~HT.410~