In Germany, the debate took place between the main applicants for the position of the next chancellor-the current head of government from the Social Democratic Party Olaf Sholts and the leader of the Christian Democratic Union Friedrich Mekts. Both politicians remembered the full -scale Russian invasion and expressed the belief that Germany should continue military assistance to Ukraine.

The television bonds between Sholts and Mesz took place on Sunday, February 9, Ukrinform reports. As you know, early parliamentary elections in the country will be held on February 23.

" Hundreds of thousands of people died due to the destruction caused by Russia in Ukraine, the murders caused by missiles because of everything that is happening there every day, ”said Sholts.

He emphasized that the war should end as soon as possible, and Germany will continue to help Kyiv. At the same time, he opposed the transfer of Taurus long -range missiles to Kyiv. According to the politician, this can "

As for the Ukrainian membership in NATO as a guarantee of security, Scholz noted that "

" Because its economy will not be able to finance an army of the size that is needed to protect. This is the first thing that is important with security guarantees that we agree, ”said the leader of the Social Democrats.

Mertz, for his part, stated that the war in Ukraine could end faster if the partners helped Kyiv " He believes that on the end of the war in Ukraine it is necessary to wait for a decision from the new US administration, but no decisions should be made through the head of Ukraine.

In addition, he emphasized that "

Mertz, like Sholts, noted that Ukrainian membership in NATO is not yet possible because of the war, and emphasized the need for military assistance. Regarding Taurus, the politician said that "

“Over the next few years, we will have to prepare for the Russian Federation to continue aggressive military operations against the West and Europe,” he stated.